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“When a man says money can do anything that settles it: he hasn't got any. When a man wants to murder a tiger he calls it sport when a tiger wants to murder him he calls it ferocity.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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““When a man says money can do anything that settles it: he hasn't got any. When a man wants to murder a tiger he calls it sport when a tiger wants to murder him he calls it ferocity.””

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

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

Wealth cannot solve all problems; true power lies in purpose, not money.

In simple terms: Money can't fix everything; purpose matters.

Key Takeaway

Seek purpose over profit.

Themes

wealth purpose power

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business decisions
  • personal goals
  • conflict resolution
  • environmental activism

Key Concepts

philosophy human nature ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you beyond money?
  • How do you measure true power?
A Different Perspective

Money alone cannot change intrinsic motivations.

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