Anger Quote by William Shenstone
“Anger and the thirst of revenge are a kind of fever; fighting and lawsuits, bleeding,--at least, an evacuation. The latter occasions a dissipation of money; the former, of those fiery spirits which cause a preternatural fermentation.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Complaint, 1765
Revenge fuels destructive anger, while legal battles drain resources, both harming spirit and wealth.
In simple terms: Anger and lawsuits waste energy and money.
Key Takeaway
Choose forgiveness over retaliation.
Themes
revenge
legal conflict
resource loss
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
ethical
advisory
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- business disputes
- legal negotiations
- family conflicts
Key Concepts
emotional fever
financial dissipation
Questions to Reflect On
- What costs have you incurred from grudges?
- Can you resolve conflict without litigation?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness may be difficult to achieve.
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