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Aeschylus

For there is no defense for a man who, in the excess of his wealth, has kicked the great altar of Justice out of sight.

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A person who becomes so wealthy that they ignore or disrespect the importance of justice cannot justify their actions. Their abundance blinds them to fairness, leaving them without any excuse when held accountable.

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