Quote by Henry Ward Beecher

If a man meets with injustice, it is not required that he shall not be roused to meet it; but if he is angry after he has had time to think upon it, that is sinful. The flame is not wring, but the coals are.

If a man meets with injustice, it is not required that he sh

Summary

This quote suggests that it is natural for a person to feel anger when faced with injustice. However, it argues that acting out on that anger without thoughtful reflection is sinful. The quote uses the metaphor of fire, stating that the initial flame of anger is not wrong or bad, but allowing it to simmer and grow into a consuming rage is what becomes problematic. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining control over one's emotions and responding to injustice with measured and rational actions rather than succumbing to unchecked, destructive anger.

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Anger

By Henry Ward Beecher

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