Cnota & Wady - korupcja

used to emphasize the negative impacts of wealth on an individual's character and values, as it can lead to greed, selfishness, and a loss of moral values

pieniądze często osłabiają ludzi, którzy je zarabiają

used to suggest that excessive focus on religious institutions or practices can lead to a loss of true spiritual connection or faith

im bliżej kościoła, tym dalej od Boga

used to imply that financial distress or poverty can lead to desperation and immoral behavior

diabeł tańczy w pustych kieszeniach

used to suggest that financial success and wealth often come with a price, and that one may need to engage in unpleasant or unethical activities to achieve it

Błoto i pieniądze często idą w parze

used to emphasize that any wealth or success obtained through dishonest or unethical means is unlikely to last or bring true happiness

nieuczciwie zdobyte zyski nigdy nie będą pomyślne

used to imply that there is often money to be made in unpleasant or undesirable tasks or situations

gdzie jest błoto, tam jest mosiądz

used to imply that bribery can allow someone to bypass rules, regulations, and laws that are meant to ensure fairness and accountability

łapówka wejdzie bez pukania

used to imply that wealth and success can sometimes mask a person's immoral or criminal behavior, making them appear respectable or honorable

złodziej uchodzi za dżentelmena, gdy kradzież uczyniła go bogatym

used to imply that people can be influenced by money or incentives, and may compromise their ethics or integrity if the price is high enough

każdy ma swoją cenę

used to suggest that money or other gains obtained through dishonest or unethical means are likely to be wasted or used inappropriately