Quote by Desiderius Erasmus

Great abundance of riches cannot be gathered and kept by any man without sin.

Great abundance of riches cannot be gathered and kept by any

Summary

This quote suggests that amassing great wealth and riches is often accompanied by sinful behavior. It implies that accumulating immense affluence is virtually impossible without engaging in morally questionable actions such as greed, exploitation, or dishonesty. The quote serves as a cautionary reminder that the pursuit of extreme wealth may lead individuals to compromise their ethics or commit wrongdoing in order to maintain their riches. Essentially, it suggests that the acquisition of vast riches tends to come at a moral cost.

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By Desiderius Erasmus

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