Courses Quote by Mikhail Naimy
“To feed on death is to become food for death. To live by other's pain is to become a prey for pain. So has decreed the omni-will. Know that and choose your course !”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Book of Mirdad by Mikhail Naimy, 1948
Living by harming others leads to suffering; choose a path of compassion to avoid becoming prey.
In simple terms: Harming others brings suffering; choose compassion.
Key Takeaway
Live compassionately to avoid pain.
Themes
ethics
compassion
choice
consequence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- business decisions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
interdependence
karma
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices can you make to reduce harm?
- How does compassion change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Compassion may be difficult in competitive environments.
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