Quote by Lord Kames

No man ever did a designed injury to another, but at the same time he did a greater to himself.

No man ever did a designed injury to another, but at the sam

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This quote suggests that when someone intentionally harms another person, they ultimately end up harming themselves even more. It implies that causing intentional harm not only damages the victim, but also negatively impacts the character and well-being of the person who inflicts the harm. It emphasizes the profound interconnectedness of our actions and the consequences they have, highlighting the inherent self-destructiveness in deliberately hurting others.

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