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For the poison of hatred seated near the heart doubles the burden for the one who suffers the disease he is burdened wit
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"For the poison of hatred seated near the heart doubles the burden for the one who suffers the disease; he is burdened with his own sorrow, and groans on seeing another's happiness"

- Aeschylus

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This quote by Aeschylus speaks to the power of hatred and how it can be a poison to the heart. It suggests that when someone is filled with hatred, they are not only burdened by their own sadness, but they are likewise burdened by the sight of another's joy. This is due to the fact that hatred can be so consuming that it can make it tough to be pleased for another person. It can likewise cause feelings of envy and jealousy, which can even more contribute to the problem of hatred. The quote is a tip that hatred can be a heavy burden to bear, and it can be difficult to discover pleasure in life when it exists. It is a tip to be conscious of our ideas and feelings, and to aim to fill our hearts with love and compassion instead of hatred.

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Aeschylus This quote is written / told by Aeschylus between 525 BC and 456 BC. He was a famous Playwright from Greece. The author also have 84 other quotes.

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