Rashness is the faithful, but unhappy parent of misfortune.

Summary

This quote suggests that acting without thought or consideration (rashness) can lead to unfortunate outcomes or misfortune. While being faithful to oneself or one's beliefs is commendable, acting impulsively or recklessly often results in negative consequences. It implies that rushing into decisions without careful planning or evaluation increases the likelihood of facing difficulties or hardships. In other words, while well-intentioned, acting rashly can be detrimental and bring about undesirable outcomes.

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