Quote by George Washington

It is the child of avarice, the brother of iniquity, and the father of mischief.

It is the child of avarice, the brother of iniquity, and the

Summary

This quote implies that the root cause of many negative behaviors and consequences is greed. Avarice, which refers to an excessive desire for wealth or material possessions, is depicted as a catalyst for moral corruption (brother of iniquity) and the origin of mischievous actions. In essence, the quote conveys that greed can drive individuals to engage in unethical actions, leading to harmful outcomes in various aspects of life.

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Gambling (gaming)

By George Washington

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