Quote by Akhenaton

Indulge not thyself in the passion of anger; it is whetting a sword to wound thine own breast, or murder thy friend.

Indulge not thyself in the passion of anger; it is whetting

Summary

This quote advises against giving in to anger, comparing it to sharpening a sword that will ultimately harm oneself or harm a close friend. The underlying message is that anger only serves to bring about negative consequences, damaging not only relationships but also one's own well-being. It urges restraint and self-control, highlighting the futility and self-destructiveness of indulging in anger.

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