Envy Quote by John Chrysostom
““As a moth gnaws a garment, so doth envy consume a [person].””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Envy, 4th century
He compares envy’s destructive power to a moth eating a garment.
In simple terms: Envy consumes a person like a moth eats clothing.
Guard against envy to protect personal integrity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace dynamics
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate envy in oneself?
- How can one cultivate contentment to counter envy?
Envy may be subtle and hard to detect.