Compulsion Quote by Aristotle
“The life of money-making is one undertaken under compulsion, and wealth is evidently not the good we are seeking; for it is merely useful and for the sake of something else.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Nicomachean Ethics, 4th century BC
Wealth is a means, not an end; true good lies beyond material gain.
In simple terms: Money is a tool, not the goal.
Seek purpose beyond profit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal finance
- career planning
- philanthropy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you value beyond money?
- How can you use wealth to support higher goals?
Material focus can distract from deeper fulfillment.