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End of time Quote by Thiruvalluvar

“Worthless are those who injure others vengefully, while those who stoically endure are like stored gold. The gratification of the vengeful lasts only for a day, but the glory of the forbearing lasts until the end of time. Though unjustly aggrieved, it is best to suffer the suffering and refrain…” quote by Thiruvalluvar
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“Worthless are those who injure others vengefully, while those who stoically endure are like stored gold. The gratification of the vengeful lasts only for a day, but the glory of the forbearing lasts until the end of time. Though unjustly aggrieved, it is best to suffer the suffering and refrain from unrighteous retaliation.”

Thiruvalluvar

About This Quote

Source Poem: Thirukkural, Verse 115

Enduring patience is more valuable than vengeful retaliation.

In simple terms: Patience beats revenge.

Key Takeaway

Practice stoic endurance.

Themes

virtue patience revenge

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical didactic

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

moral philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance justice and patience?
  • When is retaliation justified?
A Different Perspective

Patience may be seen as passive.

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