Quote by Deon Meyer

Hebzucht heeft geen kleur.

Hebzucht heeft geen kleur.

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This quote means that greed does not discriminate or have any specific identity. Regardless of a person's race, ethnicity, or background, greed is a characteristic that can be found in anyone. The quote suggests that greed is a universal flaw that can affect individuals from all walks of life, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of this vice.

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