Quote by William Blake

The Goddess Fortune is the devil's servant, ready to kiss any one's ass.

The Goddess Fortune is the devil's servant, ready to kiss an

Summary

This quote conveys the belief that luck or fortune is influenced by deceit and manipulation. It implies that luck favors those who are willing to flatter or manipulate others, likening the goddess of fortune to a servant of the devil. It suggests that luck can be swayed by insincerity and cunning, emphasizing the notion that success is not solely based on merit or hard work, but on appeasing the whims of luck through less scrupulous means.

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