Quote by Doris Lessing

Borrowing is not much better than begging; just as lending with interest is not much better than stealing.

Borrowing is not much better than begging; just as lending w

Summary

This quote suggests that both borrowing and begging are forms of dependence, with borrowing being slightly better as it at least implies an intention to repay. However, it also implies that lending money with interest is an exploitative act that is akin to theft. The quote highlights the negative aspects of economic transactions that create imbalances of power and reinforce inequalities, affirming the underlying principle of fair and ethical lending and borrowing practices.

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Debt / Borrow / Loan

By Doris Lessing

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