Advice Quote by Hesiod
“A man who works evil against another works it really against himself, and bad advice is worst for the one who devised it”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Works and Days, c. 750 BC
Working evil against others ultimately harms the perpetrator, and giving bad advice harms the adviser most.
In simple terms: Evil actions and bad advice backfire on the giver.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harming others and giving bad advice.
Themes
ethics
karma
wisdom
self‑preservation
Mood
cautionary
didactic
Type
philosophical
instructional
When to use this quote
- business dealings
- personal relationships
- leadership
- policy making
Key Concepts
reciprocity
consequence
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure advice is sound?
- What safeguards prevent self‑sabotage?
A Different Perspective
Hard to predict outcomes.
