Quote by Leo Tolstoy

It would be a sin to help you destroy yourself.

It would be a sin to help you destroy yourself.

Summary

This quote is a powerful expression of concern and refusal to support harmful actions or choices. It implies that assisting someone in self-destructive behavior would be morally wrong. It conveys the speaker's disapproval and desire to prevent the person from causing harm to themselves, possibly highlighting the importance of preserving one's well-being and avoiding actions that can result in negative consequences.

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Sin Impulsiveness Self Destructive Behavior

By Leo Tolstoy

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