Quote by Oscar Wilde

No gentleman ever has any money.

No gentleman ever has any money.

Summary

This quote implies that a true gentleman does not focus on accumulating wealth or prioritizing materialistic possessions. Instead, a gentleman is characterized by qualities like integrity, kindness, and good manners. The statement suggests that having vast amounts of money may not necessarily be associated with being a gentleman, as the essence of being one lies in displaying virtuous behaviors and possessing genuine qualities rather than being defined by financial wealth.

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