Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

There is no fortune so strong that money cannot take it.

There is no fortune so strong that money cannot take it.

Summary

This quote suggests that no matter how fortunate or seemingly secure one's circumstances may be, money has the power to overshadow and potentially erode all forms of fortune. It implies that wealth holds the ability to influence and ultimately control various aspects of life, diminishing the significance of other forms of fortune such as love, happiness, or even success.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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