Quote by Thomas Gray

Too poor for a bribe, and too proud to importune, he had not the method of making a fortune.

Too poor for a bribe, and too proud to importune, he had not

Summary

This quote depicts a person who is both financially poor and morally upright. The individual's lack of wealth prevents them from engaging in bribery, while their pride prevents them from begging or pleading to improve their situation. Consequently, the person lacks the necessary means or strategies to accumulate wealth and achieve prosperity. The quote portrays the individual's integrity and unwillingness to compromise their principles, simultaneously highlighting the challenges they face in their pursuit of fortune.

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