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“Four things does a reckless man gain who covets his neighbor's wife - demerit, an uncomfortable bed, thirdly, punishment, and lastly, hell.” quote by Anonymous
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“Four things does a reckless man gain who covets his neighbor's wife - demerit, an uncomfortable bed, thirdly, punishment, and lastly, hell.”

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About This Quote

Source Proverb: Traditional folk saying, unknown origin

A reckless lover of another’s wife faces multiple punishments, ending in damnation.

In simple terms: Cheating brings many penalties.

Key Takeaway

Avoid betrayal.

Themes

infidelity consequences morality

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

moral traditional

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • business deals

Key Concepts

Karma ethical decay

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the true costs of betrayal?
  • Can forgiveness mitigate consequences?
A Different Perspective

Context may differ culturally.

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