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“The selfish man cuts away the sand from under his own feet, he digs his own grave; and every time, from the beginning of the world until now, God Almighty pushes him into the grave and covers him up.” quote by Charles Henry Fowler
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“The selfish man cuts away the sand from under his own feet, he digs his own grave; and every time, from the beginning of the world until now, God Almighty pushes him into the grave and covers him up.”

Charles Henry Fowler

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Unknown, 19th century religious lecture

A selfish person harms himself and divine forces ensure his downfall.

In simple terms: Selfishness leads to self‑destruction.

Key Takeaway

Avoid selfish actions.

Themes

morality consequences divine justice

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral didactic

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership
  • community building

Key Concepts

self‑interest karma retribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does selfishness affect those around you?
  • Can divine justice be seen as metaphorical?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest can sometimes be justified for survival.

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