Don't gain the world and lose your soul, wisdom is better than silver and gold.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker warns against sacrificing integrity or inner wisdom for material wealth.
- In plain terms
- Don't lose your soul for money; wisdom is better.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize inner wisdom over material wealth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you value more than money?
Another view
Material wealth is often necessary for survival in modern systems.
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