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“If you project hatred and jealousy, they will rebound on you with compound interest. No power can avert them; when once you have put them in motion, you will have to bear them. Remembering this will prevent you from doing wicked things.” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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““If you project hatred and jealousy, they will rebound on you with compound interest. No power can avert them; when once you have put them in motion, you will have to bear them. Remembering this will prevent you from doing wicked things.””

Swami Vivekananda

About This Quote

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

Negative emotions generate returning repercussions that compound over time, unavoidable once set in motion.

In simple terms: Hatred and jealousy create lasting negative effects.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate compassion to avoid harmful cycles.

Themes

karma emotion consequence ethics self‑control

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal conflicts
  • workplace tension
  • political discourse
  • family disputes

Key Concepts

moral philosophy psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions do you need to release?
  • How can you transform resentment?
A Different Perspective

Compassion may be difficult to practice under stress.

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