Aim Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“Avarice misapprehends itself almost always. There is no passion which more often will miss its aim, nor upon which the present has so much influence to the prejudice of the future.”
About This Quote
Source Maximes, 1665
Greed distorts judgment, causing people to pursue short‑term desires that harm future well‑being.
In simple terms: Greed blinds long‑term vision.
Key Takeaway
Beware greed’s short‑term lure.
Themes
greed
short‑termism
self‑deception
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- financial decisions
- personal relationships
- policy making
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does greed affect your decisions?
- What safeguards can protect future interests?
A Different Perspective
Greed can sometimes drive economic growth.
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