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Buddha

An insincere and evil friend is more to be feared than a wild beast a wild beast may wound your body, but an evil friend will wound your mind.

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A friend who pretends to care but has bad intentions can cause deeper harm than a dangerous animal because they can hurt your thoughts and feelings. Physical injuries from animals heal, but the damage done by a dishonest friend can affect your trust and peace of mind for a long time.

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