He who does evil harms himself as well.
He who does evil harms himself as well.
Meaning in plain English
Doing evil said to harm oneself as well gives wrongdoing consequences beyond its immediate target. The saying connects conduct with effects on the person acting.
Example
Someone addresses harm and supports the affected person rather than assuming wrongdoing will inevitably punish itself.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
A responsible interpretation does not guarantee visible punishment or make harm to the perpetrator the only reason to care. A useful reading keeps affected people central while examining responsibility and repair. Outcomes may differ, and victims should not have to wait for an imagined automatic consequence.
When to use it
Use it to discuss responsibility without replacing accountability with fate.
Keep in mind
No inevitable self-punishment or justification for delaying support is established.
Edsverb editorial interpretation · agent reviewed · 2026-10-05. This explains the saying; it does not establish its historical origin.
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