Famous quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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To smile at the jest which plants a thorn in anothers breast is to become a principal in the mischief
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"To smile at the jest which plants a thorn in another's breast is to become a principal in the mischief"

- Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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This quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a warning against taking pleasure in the misery of others. It recommends that when we make fun of another person's expenditure, we are actively participating in the damage that is being done to them. It is a suggestion that we ought to be mindful of how our actions can impact others, and that we need to not take joy in the suffering of others. It is a tip that we should be compassionate and understanding, which we ought to strive to be a source of convenience and assistance instead of a source of pain and suffering. By taking this guidance to heart, we can assist develop a more unified and supportive environment for everybody.

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Richard Brinsley Sheridan This quote is written / told by Richard Brinsley Sheridan between October 30, 1751 and July 7, 1816. He was a famous Playwright from Ireland. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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