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Angry Quote by Euripides

“Those whom God wishes to destroy, he first makes angry.” quote by Euripides
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“Those whom God wishes to destroy, he first makes angry.”

Euripides

About This Quote

Source Play: The Phoenician Women, 5th century BC

Divine wrath is portrayed as first inciting anger before delivering destruction, suggesting anger as a warning sign.

In simple terms: God may anger you before harming you.

Key Takeaway

Heed anger as a warning.

Themes

divine justice anger warning

Mood

tense thoughtful

Type

mythological cautionary

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • political oppression
  • social injustice
  • personal crisis

Key Concepts

mythology theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What anger in your life signals a deeper issue?
  • Can anger be a catalyst for positive action?
A Different Perspective

Not all anger leads to destruction; sometimes it signals needed change.

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