Quote by Phaedrus

Success tempts many to their ruin.

Success tempts many to their ruin.

Summary

This quote suggests that the pursuit of success often leads people to make reckless or harmful choices that can result in their downfall. The tantalizing allure of achieving success can cloud people's judgment and cause them to prioritize their own ambitions over ethics or consideration for others. The quote warns that the desire for success, if not approached with caution and integrity, can ultimately lead individuals towards ruin and destruction.

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Success & Failure

By Phaedrus

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