“To see and listen to the wicked is already the beginning of wickedness.”
— Confucius
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Simplified Meaning:
When you spend time with bad people or listen to their negative ideas, it can influence you to start behaving badly too. Imagine a child who starts hanging around with a group of troublemakers. At first, the child just watches what they do. Over time, the child might start copying their bad behavior, like being rude or dishonest, because it seems normal. This quote is reminding us that even being around bad influences can change us in negative ways. To avoid this, try to stay away from people or situations that might lead you to make poor choices. By surrounding yourself with good influences, you're more likely to stay on a positive path yourself.
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