Cherries Quote by George Herbert
“Disgraces are like cherries, one drawes another. [Disgraces are like cherries, one draws another.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Altar” (published 1633)
Bad actions tend to lead to more bad actions, creating a chain of wrongdoing.
In simple terms: Bad deeds often cause more bad deeds.
Break the cycle of negative behavior.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- social influence
- legal systems
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you interrupt a harmful pattern?
- What safeguards prevent escalation?
Not all actions inevitably lead to others; context matters.