The jealous are possessed by a mad devil and a dull spirit at the same time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jealousy makes people chaotic and unproductive simultaneously.
- In plain terms
- Jealous people are both frantic and empty.
- What can you take from it?
- Jealousy harms your peace and purpose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives your envy?
- How does it affect your mood?
Another view
This view oversimplifies complex emotions like envy.
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