Census Quote by Ovid
![“Money nowadays is money; money brings office; money gains friends; everywhere the poor man is down. [Lat., In pretio pretium nunc est; dat census honores, Census amicitias; pauper ubique jacet.]” quote by Ovid](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fdc/ovid-276_census_money-nowadays-is-money-money-brings-off_383990.jpg)
“Money nowadays is money; money brings office; money gains friends; everywhere the poor man is down. [Lat., In pretio pretium nunc est; dat census honores, Census amicitias; pauper ubique jacet.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Ex Ponto, Ovid, 8 AD
Wealth is portrayed as a source of power, status, and social connections, while poverty leads to marginalization.
In simple terms: Money brings power and friends; poverty leads to isolation.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the influence of wealth on social dynamics.
Themes
wealth
social status
poverty
power dynamics
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
aphilosophical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- political campaigns
- charitable fundraising
- personal finance planning
Key Concepts
materialism
social hierarchy
economic disparity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wealth affect your relationships?
- Can influence thrive without material wealth?
A Different Perspective
The quote idealifies wealth, ignoring ethical considerations and the value of non-material virtues.
![“A mind conscious of right laughs at the falsehoods of rumour. [Lat., Conscia mens recti famae mendacia risit.]” quote by Ovid](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/95c/ovid-276_conscious_a-mind-conscious-of-right-laughs-at-the_12185.jpg)
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