"Money is the root of all evil," they say. But we all need it to survive. So, is money truly the root of evil?
The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no.
Money itself is neutral—just paper, just numbers, just a tool. It has no soul, no morality, no intent. It cannot harm or heal, betray or uplift. But the power that money holds—that is where the danger lies.
The Influence of Money
Money shapes lives. It decides who eats and who starves, who thrives and who suffers. It can open doors or lock people out. It can create opportunity or widen the gap between privilege and struggle.
It has the power to bend morals, turn love into greed, and make kindness transactional. It changes the way people see themselves and each other—some feel superior because they have it, while others feel worthless because they don’t.
But here’s the truth: money does not create evil—it only amplifies what is already within us.
Money as a Reflection of Character
Not everyone who has money is corrupt, just as not everyone without it is good.
The way people handle money reveals their true nature:
- A selfish heart becomes greedier.
- A corrupt soul becomes crueler.
- A lost person drowns in the illusion of power.
But money can also amplify goodness:
- A kind heart will use money to heal.
- A wise soul will not be controlled by it.
- A strong person will never lose themselves chasing it.
The key isn’t rejecting money—it’s understanding how to control it before it controls you.
Breaking Free from the Power of Money
To overcome the influence of money, one must have a strong root—or create one.
- A root of integrity—so you don’t compromise your values.
- A root of discipline—so you know when enough is enough.
- A root of wisdom—so you never mistake wealth for true success.
Because money should be a servant, not a master.
The True Root of Evil
Money, by itself, is not the root of evil.
The real danger is what we allow it to do to us.
Greed, power, corruption—these do not come from money itself. They come from the choices we make when faced with its influence.
So, the real question isn’t "Is money evil?"—it’s "Who are you when you have it?"