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You menace others with your deadly fangs. But in…

“You menace others with your deadly fangs. But in tormenting them, you are only tormenting yourselves.” quote by Milarepa
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“You menace others with your deadly fangs. But in tormenting them, you are only tormenting yourselves.”

Milarepa

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Harming others ultimately harms oneself; violence reflects inner turmoil.

In simple terms: Hurting others hurts you too.

Key Takeaway

Practice compassion to avoid self‑damage.

Themes

compassion self‑reflection violence

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

karma psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner wounds drive your aggression?
  • How can you channel anger constructively?
A Different Perspective

Self‑awareness may be required to change behavior.

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