Action Quote by Gautama Buddha
“A wrong action may not bring its reaction at once, even as fresh milk turns not sour at once: like a smouldering fire concealed under ashes it consumes the wrongdoer, the fool.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Dhammapada, verse 274
Negative actions may have delayed consequences, like hidden fire that eventually harms the perpetrator.
In simple terms: Bad deeds can backfire later.
Key Takeaway
Beware of hidden consequences.
Themes
karma
consequences
patience
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- Business decisions
- personal relationships
- environmental impact
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
cause and effect
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess long‑term impacts?
- Can you recognize hidden risks?
A Different Perspective
Not all repercussions are immediate or obvious.
