Quote by George Santayana

Wealth, religion, military victory have more rhetorical than efficacious worth.

Wealth, religion, military victory have more rhetorical than

Summary

This quote suggests that things like wealth, religion, and military victory may hold more persuasive or symbolic value rather than being truly effective or impactful. In other words, these elements may appear impressive or influential on the surface, creating an illusion of significance, but their practical or meaningful worth is limited. The quote emphasizes the idea that it is not just about the appearance or rhetoric surrounding these things, but rather their actual substance or ability to bring about real change or benefits.

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Religion

By George Santayana

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