Seneca: Acquisition of Wealth
on Tuesday, February 8, 2022Seneca the Younger Money Quote saying that when wealth is acquired it fails to eliminate trouble, but makes trouble different. Seneca the Younger said:
“For many men, the acquisition of wealth does not end their troubles, it only changes them” — Seneca the Younger
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Seneca is suggesting that for some people, simply acquiring wealth or financial success does not necessarily solve all of their problems or make them truly happy. While gaining money may resolve certain issues or challenges, it can also create new types of troubles and stresses to deal with.
The nature of one’s problems may change once wealthy, but problems and difficulties do not altogether disappear. Seneca seems to be cautioning that attaining wealth alone is not a panacea and does not guarantee an end to life’s difficulties or an overall sense of contentment and fulfillment.
Birthday: c. 4 BC – Death: AD 65