Youth covets; let not this covetousness seduce you.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Youth is eager, but one should not be led astray by greed.
- In plain terms
- Don't let youthful desire turn into greed.
- What can you take from it?
- Guard against covetousness in young ambition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can ambition be balanced with humility?
- What signs show covetousness?
Another view
Some ambition can be productive if directed well.
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