Quote by Karl Marx

We should not say that one man's hour is worth another man's hour, but rather that one man during an hour is worth just as much as another man during an hour. Time is everything, man is nothing: he is at the most time's carcass.


We should not say that one man's hour is worth another man's

Summary

This quote highlights the argument that all individuals are equal when it comes to the value of their time. It suggests that it is not just about the length of time one spends on a task, but rather the productivity and contribution made within that time frame. The quote emphasizes the importance of time, implying that individuals are insignificant in comparison. It suggests that time is the ultimate measure of worth, and humans are merely temporary beings who exist within its boundaries.

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Time
By Karl Marx
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