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Seperti ngengat menggerogoti pakaian, begitu pula iri hati…

“Seperti ngengat menggerogoti pakaian, begitu pula iri hati menggerogoti kita.” quote by St. Chrysostom
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““Seperti ngengat menggerogoti pakaian, begitu pula iri hati menggerogoti kita.””

St. Chrysostom

About This Quote

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

Envy corrodes like a moth eating cloth, eroding the heart as it does the fabric.

In simple terms: Envy eats away at us.

Key Takeaway

Guard against envy to protect inner peace.

Themes

spirituality morality psychology self-control envy

Mood

reflective serious motivational

Type

Yang:0 Begitu Pula:0

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • spiritual counseling
  • ethical education

Key Concepts

symbolism moral teaching self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does envy manifest in daily life?
  • What practices reduce envy’s grip?
A Different Perspective

Envy can be a sign of deeper insecurity.

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