Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The love of great wealth commands you, Bring me your soul as a sacrifice, and people do so.

The love of great wealth commands you, Bring me your soul as

Summary

This quote suggests that people's desire for immense riches can drive them to make unethical choices, even to the extent of sacrificing their own morality or principles. It indicates that the allure of great wealth can be so powerful that some individuals are willing to compromise their own values and harm others in pursuit of material gain.

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