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

Euripides

About This Quote

Divine wrath manifests as madness, suggesting that those destined for destruction are first driven to insanity.

In simple terms: God first drives the doomed mad.

Key Takeaway

Recognize signs of self‑destruction.

Themes

fate madness divine justice

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • mental health
  • spiritual struggles

Key Concepts

mythology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “madness” symbolize here?
  • How can one resist a fate of destruction?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may view madness as metaphor, not literal.

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