Money - the root of all evil. Or not.

Sad sad world - Man who is frustrated because he got no money!
@gwenns (255)
Singapore
June 4, 2008 9:48am CST
Yesterday, today or tomorrow, most common reason of conflicts is always money. There's a saying that money is the root of all evil, which I find it kind of ridiculous because money is not a living object in the first place. It's a really sad to hear or see people breaking up, relationships falling apart because of money.
2 responses
@moondancer (7431)
• United States
4 Jun 08
I think it's usually the lack thereof..money being something that everyone needs to get by. I remember a time when you needed something and you just bartered or traded with a neighbor or someone that had what you needed. You did or gave something for what they can do or if they have what you need. I have seen little to almost none of this these days. It's all about money. You got the money you get what you need. I know some people do barter or trade. It's really not that many though. With the state of the economy now I'm sure it's something people will start doing more of. It is a shame that fights are born out of the lack of money. If someone had all the money they needed then there would be no problems about spending some of what you have. Unfortunately the power company, phone companie, and utility companies won't be there for you unless you have money. The same for any stores for food or anything else. You can grow some of your food and this might help. But the fact of the matter is money is what makes the world go around. It's what gets you what you need or want. I don't believe it's the root of all evil. I just think people need not be so dependant on it and then we might not have such a problem.
@gwenns (255)
• Singapore
5 Jun 08
I think I see where you are coming from, the lack of money is 1 issue. Sometimes having too much money is also an issue, there were so many cases of greedy people fighting for inheritance of their poor parents who just passed away, couples breaking up because of money (including my parents). I personally believe that money is not the root of all evil, human minds are. Money is just a catalyst that brings out the ugliness of human beings. I agree with your last sentence, however most of the times, especially in today's context, it's easier said than done =(
• United States
5 Jun 08
I'm so sorry to hear about the decention in your family. Hopefully it will be resolved soon. Brightes blessings to you and your family. Condolenses on your loss.
• Philippines
4 Jun 08
yah i agree with that... i also see and feel what you feel... but even though this is happening we need it..