Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

Anger is like those ruins which smash themselves on what they fall.

Anger is like those ruins which smash themselves on what the

Summary

This quote likens anger to ruins that demolish themselves upon impact. It suggests that when we give in to anger, it ultimately harms us more than anyone or anything else. Just as ruins crumble upon falling, anger consumes and destroys its host. The quote conveys the destructive nature of anger and serves as a reminder of the negative consequences that can arise from harboring and expressing this powerful emotion.

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By Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

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