Quote by Martin Luther

So our Lord God commonly gave riches to those gross asses to whom he vouchsafed nothing else.

So our Lord God commonly gave riches to those gross asses to

Summary

This quote suggests that God often bestows material wealth upon individuals who lack spiritual depth or intelligence. It implies that God might compensate for their shortcomings in other aspects of life by granting them riches. Additionally, the term "gross asses" is used to refer to those who are ignorant or foolish, further emphasizing the disconnect between their material success and their personal qualities.

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