Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli, Discourses

Men seldom rise from low condition to high rank without employing either force or fraud, unless that rank should be attained either by gift or inheritance.

Men seldom rise from low condition to high rank without empl

Summary

This quote suggests that in order for individuals to elevate themselves from a low social status to a high position, they usually have to resort to either force or deception. It implies that upward mobility is often achieved through unethical means, unless one receives a high rank through acts of kindness or through inheritance. Essentially, the quote highlights the challenges faced by those seeking social advancement and the skewed nature of societal hierarchy where corruption is prevalent in the pursuit of success.

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By Niccolo Machiavelli, Discourses

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