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“How can I be secure? (Pause.) Through amassing wealth beyond all measure? No. And what’s beyond measure? That’s a sickness. That’s a trap. There is no measure. Only greed.” quote by David Mamet
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““How can I be secure? (Pause.) Through amassing wealth beyond all measure? No. And what’s beyond measure? That’s a sickness. That’s a trap. There is no measure. Only greed.””

David Mamet

About This Quote

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

Wealth accumulation is a trap; true security lies beyond material measure, not in endless greed.

In simple terms: Wealth is a trap; greed is endless.

Key Takeaway

Seek fulfillment beyond material gain.

Themes

ethics materialism psychology philosophy

Mood

contemplative critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • career planning
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

greed trap measure of value

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines true security for you?
  • How can you measure success without material metrics?
A Different Perspective

Wealth can provide security if balanced with purpose.

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