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“A tardy vengeance shares the tyrant's guilt.” quote by Edward Young
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“A tardy vengeance shares the tyrant's guilt.”

Edward Young

About This Quote

Source Poem: "Night Thoughts", 1742

A delayed revenge still carries the guilt of the original wrongdoer, linking the avenger to the tyrant's conscience.

In simple terms: Revenge, even late, shares the original guilt.

Key Takeaway

Consider the moral cost of vengeance.

Themes

guilt revenge morality history justice psychology

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal grudges
  • political retributions
  • legal penalties

Key Concepts

ethical reflection human nature historical context

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is revenge ever justified?
  • Can forgiveness replace retaliation?
A Different Perspective

Vengeance may perpetuate harm rather than resolve it.

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