Quote by Sallust

The fame that goes with wealth and beauty is fleeting and fragile; intellectual superiority is a possession glorious and eternal.

The fame that goes with wealth and beauty is fleeting and fr

Summary

This quote suggests that attracting attention and admiration through wealth and beauty is temporary and vulnerable. In contrast, it states that having intellectual superiority is a magnificent and everlasting possession. It implies that while materialistic qualities may quickly fade, intelligence and knowledge hold enduring value and offer a more meaningful and lasting sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.

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Beauty Wealth Intelligence Fame

By Sallust

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