Quote by Karl Marx

While the miser is merely a capitalist gone mad, the capitalist is a rational miser.

While the miser is merely a capitalist gone mad, the capital

Summary

This quote suggests that both the miser and the capitalist are driven by the desire to accumulate wealth. However, it implies a distinction between the two - the miser is depicted as being obsessed and blinded by greed, representing an extreme version of capitalism. On the other hand, the capitalist is portrayed as a rational individual who applies strategic and calculated measures to accumulate wealth in a more balanced and controlled way. The quote hints at the notion that capitalism, when practiced sensibly, can lead to success and prosperity.

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