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Whom God wishes to destroy, he first makes mad.

Whom God wishes to destroy, he first makes mad.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Euripides, implies that those whom God or fate wants to punish or destroy will first suffer from madness or irrational behavior. It suggests that this madness might serve as a warning sign or a precursor to divine retribution. In essence, it highlights the idea that those who are overcome by madness or irrationality are potentially on a destructive path that may lead to their downfall or ruin.

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