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“All this, Man-cub, came of thy playing with the Bandar-log. True; it is true, said Mowgli sorrowfully. I am an evil man-cub, and my stomach is sad in me.” quote by Rudyard Kipling
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““All this, Man-cub, came of thy playing with the Bandar-log. True; it is true, said Mowgli sorrowfully. I am an evil man-cub, and my stomach is sad in me.””

Rudyard Kipling

About This Quote

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

Playing with mischievous peers leads to trouble; the narrator feels guilt and sadness over his actions.

In simple terms: Bad company brings regret.

Key Takeaway

Avoid harmful influences.

Themes

responsibility guilt friendship growth

Mood

somber reflective cautionary

Type

literary ethical

When to use this quote

  • childhood education
  • peer mentoring
  • self‑reflection
  • team building

Key Concepts

moral lessons character development animal allegory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons do you draw from risky friendships?
  • How can you repair harm caused by past actions?
A Different Perspective

Not all friendships are detrimental; context matters.

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