Quote by Samuel Butler

For Wealth are all things that conduce, to one's destruction or their use. A standard both to buy and sell, all things from heaven down to hell.

For Wealth are all things that conduce, to one's destruction

Summary

This quote suggests that wealth carries the power to either benefit or harm individuals depending on how it is utilized. It implies that wealth serves as a tool for transactions, allowing people to acquire or dispose of things from the highest realms of existence to the lowest. However, the quote also implies a cautionary message about the potential destructiveness that can arise from the pursuit of wealth, emphasizing the need for responsible and conscientious use of resources.

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By Samuel Butler

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