Give a man a fire and he's warm for a day, but set fire to him and he's warm for the rest of his life.

Summary

This quote highlights the dark humor behind the idea that when we give someone a short-term solution or temporary relief, they may become dependent on it forever. The phrase "give a man a fire and he's warm for a day" signifies providing someone with immediate comfort or assistance that only lasts temporarily. However, the latter part of the quote, "set fire to him and he's warm for the rest of his life," uses the metaphor of setting someone on fire to imply causing long-term damage or irreparable harm to someone's life. Overall, it serves to caution against the unintended consequences of short-sighted solutions.

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