--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If one wishes for revenge, before you…" description: "\"“If one wishes for revenge, before you know it, a hurt as bad as the one wished for will come upon the wisher.”\" — Clamp" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ac6/clamp-8782_revenge_if-one-wishes-for-revenge-before-you-kno_2230843.jpg" --- # If one wishes for revenge, before you know it, a hurt as… ![“If one wishes for revenge, before you know it, a hurt as bad as the one wished for will come upon the wisher.” quote by Clamp](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ac6/clamp-8782_revenge_if-one-wishes-for-revenge-before-you-kno_2230843.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ac6/clamp-8782_revenge_if-one-wishes-for-revenge-before-you-kno_2230843.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ac6/clamp-8782_revenge_if-one-wishes-for-revenge-before-you-kno_2230843.jpg) > ““If one wishes for revenge, before you know it, a hurt as bad as the one wished for will come upon the wisher.”” [Clamp](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/clamp/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Seeking revenge leads to suffering that mirrors the original harm, creating a cycle of pain for both parties. **In simple terms:** Revenge brings equal pain to the avenger. Key Takeaway Avoid retaliation; choose forgiveness. Themes revenge justice karma emotional health Mood cautious thoughtful Type ethical philosophical When to use this quote - personal conflicts - legal disputes - relationship breakdowns - social media feuds Key Concepts cycle of retaliation psychological impact Questions to Reflect On - Is retaliation ever justified? - How can you break the cycle of revenge? 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