Courage Quote by Saul Bellow
““One thing should be clear to you now. Money-making is aggression. That's the whole thing. The functionalistic explanation is the only one. People come to the market to kill. They say, 'I'm going to make a killing.' It's not accidental. Only they haven't got the genuine courage to kill, and they erect a symbol of it. The money. They make a killing by fantasy.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1970s, unknown platform
Money pursuit is framed as aggressive competition where participants aim to dominate and profit, equating financial success with a metaphorical killing.
In simple terms: Making money is seen as a competitive, aggressive act.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the aggressive mindset behind profit motives.
Themes
capitalism
competition
aggression
psychology
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- investment decisions
- entrepreneurial ventures
Key Concepts
economic theory
human behavior
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing profit as aggression affect ethical choices?
- Can success be pursued without a kill metaphor?
A Different Perspective
Risk of dehumanizing others in pursuit of profit.
