Quote by Le Sage

The losses as well as the prizes must be drawn from the cheating lottery of life.

The losses as well as the prizes must be drawn from the chea

Summary

This quote speaks to the harsh reality of life, implying that both successes and failures are essentially products of luck and unfairness. It suggests that just as we may achieve great victories through manipulation or deceit, we may also experience losses caused by the innate injustices of life. In essence, it emphasizes that life is unpredictable and often filled with both moments of triumph and disappointment, driven by factors beyond our control.

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Gambling (gaming)

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