There is often much wisdom in humor and although gambling is always a hard endeavor, be it Slots, Cards, Roulette, Sports or Horses or even Bingo, we can always find a bright side. And many gambling quotes remind us of that strange reality.
Some of the biggest things online gambling provides that few talk about are Hope, Employment, Entertainment value, and of course, a chance to actually win money.
As in, try to turn something (initial stake) into something plus something more (winnings).
Here are a handful of gambling quotes that are funny, insightful and can prompt self-reflection. Always remember to bet responsibly and remember why you are betting on a specific thing and try to keep what you are doing in proper context.
“A gambler is nothing but a man who makes his living out of hope”- William Bolitho
— Mohammed Hersi : Mr Optimist (@mohammedhersi) July 8, 2016
Quotes on Gambling Can Bring Needed Wisdom
Seneca was a Roman Stoic philosopher and his full name was Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger. The son of Seneca the Elder, he was born in Córdoba in Hispania in 4 BC and Seneca was raised in Rome where he was trained in Philosophy.
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” ―Seneca
Like many in Life and many in his time, Seneca got much of his wisdom from his father, a Roman knight who was born in Spain who was a famous writer and teacher in his day.
The Chinese love gambling and are a very wise people.
Here are two great Gambling quotes that are funny yet sage which are Chinese proverbs:
“If you must play, decide upon three things at the start: the rules of the game, the stake, and the quitting time.”
“At the gambling table, there are no fathers and sons.”
Studies have shown that even when gamblers lose, they experience a high, so this physiological rush and the nervous energy it creates can be addictive in itself. But that’s all part of it as well as the game of Life, isn’t it?
“Even when you’re losing while you’re gambling, your body is still producing Adrenaline and Endorphins.” —Mark Griffiths, Nottingham Trent University
So, we may still feel happy, euphoric, and energetic, even when we lose when gambling.
“A gambler is nothing but a man who makes his living out of hope.” — William Bolitho
Professional gamblers have also had some wise-funny words about betting itself as well as human nature. Pro Poker player Phil Hellmuth has one of the best Gambling quotes:
“If there weren’t Luck involved, I would win every time.” —Phil Hellmuth
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The late Alan Denkenson was one of the funniest, wisest, kindest, and most honest men in the history of Sports Gambling. And Dink, who passed away on August 31, left us with many gems, including this wonderful piece of wisdom:
“Don’t blame your Losses on Luck and your Wins on Skill.”—Alan Denkenson
Denkenson, a tireless champion for Horses with Caroline Betts at Southern California Thoroughbred Racing (SCTR), was played by Bruce Willis in Lay The Favorites (2012), the story of Dink’s life.
We are sorry to hear of the passing of the legend Alan “Dink” Denkenson. A great gambler, Dink was an even better person. He loved to play the ponies and raised money for aftercare. A kind soul, everyone loved Dink. A true original that we will miss dearly. #RipDink pic.twitter.com/EwzqcVGF66
— PlayUp USA Racebook (@PlayUp_Racing) August 31, 2022
Betting on the ponies has always been a tough way for gamblers to profit, but this Sport of Kings always provides some of the better quotes for us to all think about.
American writer and philosopher Elbert Hubbard was the founder of the Roycroft artisan community in East Aurora, NY and he left us with this gem:
“The only man who makes money following the races is the one who does it with a broom and shovel.” —Elbert Hubbard
And always remember the wise words of the Master of Stupidity author Toba Beta:
“Gambling is an act of faith of gamblers. Prophecy is an act of faith of the saints.” —Toba Beta
Having your priorities right when gambling is always of great importance, as a hungry man may bet differently than a well-fed man for a number of different reasons.
“Eat your betting money but don’t bet your eating money.” —Unknown
Nikolai Gogoi was a famous Russian novelist who hailed from Ukraine. Gogoi gave us this inspirational quote that tells us everyone has a chance at the poker tables.
“Gambling is the great leveler. All men are equal at cards.” —Nikolai Gogol
Jeanette Winterson CBE is a 63-year-old writer from Manchester, UK, and the author of the semi-autobiographical book, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit (1985). A Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, Winterson provided us with one of the best Gambling quotes ever with these beautiful words of wisdom all gamblers should read:
“Gambling is not a vice, it is an expression of our humanness. We gamble. Some do it at the gaming table, some do not. You play, you win, you play, you lose. You play.” —Jeanette Winterson
“Gambling is not a vice, it is an expression of our humanness.
We gamble. Some do it at the gaming table, some do not.
You play, you win, you play, you lose. You play.. what you Risk reveals what you value” https://t.co/R6YMUfXkqw— RAVEN B. (@RAVIEB) July 9, 2019
