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“If the other person injures you, you may forget the injury; but if you injure him you will always remember.” quote by Khalil Gibran
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“If the other person injures you, you may forget the injury; but if you injure him you will always remember.”

Khalil Gibran

About This Quote

Hurting others leaves a lasting imprint, unlike being hurt yourself.

In simple terms: You remember hurting others more.

Key Takeaway

Avoid harming others.

Themes

ethics memory empathy

Mood

thoughtful somber

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships
  • leadership

Key Concepts

moral responsibility psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile guilt after harming someone?
  • Can forgiveness erase the memory of hurting?
A Different Perspective

Sometimes self‑injury also lingers.

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