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“The Second Rule is that the greatest harm can result from the best intentions. It sounds a paradox, but kindness and good intentions can be an insidious path to destruction. Sometimes doing what seems right is wrong, and can cause harm. The only counter to it is knowledge, wisdom, forethought, and understanding the First Rule. Even then, that is not always enough.”

Quote by Terry Goodkind

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Terry Goodkind, born in 1948, is an American author known for his fantasy literature, particularly for his 'The Sword of Truth' series. His works are characterized by their profound philosophical thoughts and rich imagination, which have won him a large following among readers. more

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