Quote by Hermann Hesse

The man of power is ruined by power, the man of money by money, the submissive man by subservience, the pleasure seeker by pleasure.

The man of power is ruined by power, the man of money by mon

Summary

This quote suggests that excessive indulgence in power, money, subservience, or pleasure can ultimately lead to one's downfall. The individual who wields power may become corrupted by it, the pursuit of wealth can consume and destroy those fixated on it, surrendering oneself entirely to another can strip away personal agency, and seeking constant pleasure may hinder overall fulfillment. It serves as a cautionary reminder of the potential risks and consequences that come with an unbalanced focus on such external factors in life.

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