Quote by Martin Luther

The Lord commonly gives riches to foolish people, to whom he gives nothing else.

The Lord commonly gives riches to foolish people, to whom he

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes people who lack wisdom and intelligence may still acquire wealth and material possessions. It implies that this monetary success is given by a higher power, such as the Lord, as a substitute for other attributes or qualities. The quote might imply that possessing wealth does not necessarily equate to possessing wisdom or goodness.

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By Martin Luther

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