Virtude & Vício - corrupção

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

o dinheiro muitas vezes desfaz os homens que o ganham

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

quanto mais perto da igreja, mais longe de Deus

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

o diabo dança em bolsos vazios

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

sujeira e dinheiro muitas vezes andam juntos

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

ganhos ilícitos nunca prosperarão

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

onde há sujeira há latão

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

um suborno entrará sem bater

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

um ladrão se passa por um cavalheiro quando o roubo o tornou rico

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

todo mundo tem seu preço

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