Quote by Emile Durkheim

From top to bottom of the ladder, greed is aroused without knowing where to find ultimate foothold. Nothing can calm it, since its goal is far beyond all it can attain. Reality seems valueless by comparison with the dreams of fevered imaginations; reality is therefore abandoned.

From top to bottom of the ladder, greed is aroused without k

Summary

This quote reveals the destructive nature of greed and its insatiable pursuit for more. Regardless of one's position in society, greed can be awakened and drive them relentlessly towards accumulation, power, and success. However, this quote suggests that greed is never satisfied, as its ultimate goal always remains out of reach. As a result, individuals may devalue reality and escape into the fantasy of their own desires, abandoning the importance of real-life experiences and contentment.

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