Neither great poverty nor great riches will hear reason.

Summary

This quote suggests that extreme poverty and extreme wealth both lead individuals to act irrationally, disregarding logic and reason. When people are in a state of absolute poverty, their struggles and desperation can cloud their judgment. Similarly, when individuals possess immense wealth, they can become detached from reality and be blinded by their privileges. In these extreme states, people may prioritize self-interest or immediate gratification over logical thinking, making it difficult for reason to influence their decisions.

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