Quote by Juvenal

It is sheer madness to live in want in order to be wealthy when you die.

It is sheer madness to live in want in order to be wealthy w

Summary

This quote implies that it is illogical to live a life of deprivation and sacrifice in pursuit of wealth and societal status, only to realize in the end that one cannot take material possessions with them in death. It suggests that it is important to prioritize a life of balance, happiness, and fulfillment in the present rather than solely focusing on accumulating riches that hold no value beyond our mortality.

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Wealth

By Juvenal

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