Quote by Samuel Butler

It has been said that the love of money is the root of all evil. The want of money is so quite as truly.

It has been said that the love of money is the root of all e

Summary

This quote suggests that both the excessive love and the desperate desire for money can lead to evil actions or negative consequences. While the love of money may drive individuals to pursue immoral or unethical paths, the excessive longing for money can also incite people to engage in dishonest or harmful behavior. In essence, it emphasizes how the extreme obsession with wealth, whether driven by greed or need, can be a catalyst for evil actions.

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By Samuel Butler

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