Quote by Jane Porter

The best manner of avenging ourselves is by not resembling him who has injured us.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the most effective way to seek revenge is not by adopting the harmful actions or traits of the one who has wronged us. Rather than stooping down to their level, it emphasizes the importance of rising above and resisting the temptation to mimic their behavior. Instead of seeking vengeance through destructive means, the quote proposes that a more powerful form of retribution can be found in maintaining our own integrity and refusing to be tainted by their actions.

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