All, all is theft, all is unceasing and rigorous competition in nature; the desire to make off with the substance of others is the foremost -- the most legitimate -- passion nature has bred into us and, without doubt, the most agreeable one.

Summary

This quote suggests that theft and competition are inherent aspects of nature. It implies that the inherent human desire to take what others have is not only natural but also the most righteous and pleasurable passion. By framing theft and competition as fundamental instincts, the quote challenges the notion of morality and argues that the pursuit of acquiring from others is an inescapable and enjoyable part of human nature.