Material wealth is fleeting and ultimately meaningless from "summary" of The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius,
Material wealth, that which men often strive so ardently to acquire, is but a fleeting shadow that slips through our grasp like sand. It is a deceptive veil that shrouds our vision and leads us astray, whispering promises of happiness and contentment. But alas, these promises are but empty echoes that fade into the void, leaving us empty-handed and disillusioned.
For what is material wealth but a mere collection of transient goods and possessions that hold no true value or significance? Gold and silver, jewels and fine garments, houses and lands - all these are but ephemeral treasures that can be lost in the blink of an eye. They are like the morning dew that sparkles briefly in the sunlight before evaporating into nothingness.
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