Quote by Alexander Pope

But Satan now is wiser than of yore, and tempts by making rich, not making poor.

But Satan now is wiser than of yore, and tempts by making ri

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This quote suggests that Satan has evolved in his tactics for tempting people. Instead of exploiting their vulnerabilities and making them poor, he now uses the allure of wealth and material possessions to entice individuals. It implies that in modern times, people may be more likely to succumb to temptations that promise wealth and prosperity, making it easier for Satan to sway them from a path of moral righteousness.

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