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“What is wealth? A dream of fools.” quote by Abraham Cahan
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“What is wealth? A dream of fools.”

Abraham Cahan

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Dream of Wealth”, 1915

Wealth is an illusion pursued by the foolish, offering no true fulfillment.

In simple terms: Wealth is a foolish dream.

Key Takeaway

Focus on meaningful, non‑material goals.

Themes

materialism illusion wealth

Mood

critical reflective

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • career ambition
  • consumer culture
  • financial speculation
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What non‑material goals fulfill you?
  • How do you define true wealth?
A Different Perspective

Not all wealth pursuits are foolish.

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