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“Every man measures his own greed.” quote by Mario Puzo
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““Every man measures his own greed.””

Mario Puzo

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Godfather by Mario Puzo, 1969

People judge themselves by their own desires, not by external standards.

In simple terms: Self‑assessment is driven by personal greed.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how greed shapes your judgments.

Themes

greed self‑assessment morality

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • relationship decisions
  • career ambitions
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

psychology ethics self‑perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your greed influence your choices?
  • Can you separate desire from need?
A Different Perspective

Greed can blind objective evaluation of actions.

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