Quote by Danish proverb

Rust consumes iron and envy consumes itself.

Rust consumes iron and envy consumes itself.

Summary

This quote suggests that rust symbolizes the destructive force that slowly eats away at iron over time. Similarly, envy is presented as a consuming force that ultimately destroys the person harboring it. The comparison implies that envy is self-destructive, as it consumes one's happiness and well-being. In both cases, the quote emphasizes the corrosive nature of these negative emotions, highlighting the importance of avoiding them to protect oneself from harm.

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Envy / Jealousy

By Danish proverb

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