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“Money was established for exchange, but interest causes it to be reproduced by itself. Therefore this way of earning money is greatly in conflict with the natural law.” quote by Aristotle
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“Money was established for exchange, but interest causes it to be reproduced by itself. Therefore this way of earning money is greatly in conflict with the natural law.”

Aristotle

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Money’s purpose is exchange, but interest creates self‑reproducing wealth, conflicting with natural economic order.

In simple terms: Interest makes money grow on its own, opposing natural law.

Key Takeaway

Avoid interest‑driven profit.

Themes

economics ethics natural law interest money

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • banking
  • investment
  • policy making
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

self‑replication of wealth natural economic balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives to interest exist?
  • How does interest affect inequality?
A Different Perspective

Interest can fund productive ventures.

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