If you wou'd be reveng'd of your enemy, govern your self

Summary

This quote suggests that the most effective way to seek revenge on an enemy is to focus on self-control and self-governance. Rather than succumbing to vengeful emotions and acting impulsively, the quote implies that maintaining composure and exercising restraint is a more powerful strategy. By controlling one's own reactions and emotions, it becomes easier to navigate conflicts and ultimately achieve a sense of satisfaction or justice without succumbing to destructive impulses.

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