Quote by John Milton

Let none admire that riches grow in hell; that soil may best deserve the precious bane.

Let none admire that riches grow in hell; that soil may best

Summary

This quote suggests that it is not surprising or admirable for wealth to originate from corrupt or immoral actions. It implies that the place where evil thrives, symbolized by "hell," may be the most suitable environment for producing valuable yet harmful rewards. The quote suggests that we should not be amazed by the origins of riches, as the very nature of unethical pursuits may be conducive to acquiring them.

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