Jews Quote by Voltaire
““These marranos go wherever there is money to be made.””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence, Voltaire, 1760s
People will pursue profit wherever it appears, regardless of moral considerations.
In simple terms: Money drives behavior.
Key Takeaway
Be aware of profit motives.
Themes
economics
ethics
human nature
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- political lobbying
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
greed
opportunism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societies curb exploitative profit seeking?
- What values can outweigh monetary gain?
A Different Perspective
Profit motives can be tempered by strong ethical frameworks.
