Quote by Bertrand Russell

It is the preoccupation with possessions, more than anything else that prevents us from living freely and nobly.


It is the preoccupation with possessions, more than anything

Summary

This quote suggests that our obsession with material possessions hinders our ability to live freely and virtuously. When we are overly focused on acquiring and maintaining possessions, it becomes a preoccupation that can consume our lives. This preoccupation takes away from our ability to be truly independent and virtuous. It implies that true freedom and nobility can only be achieved when we prioritize things such as selflessness, compassion, and the pursuit of higher ideals over the accumulation of material goods.

By Bertrand Russell
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