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“It is the mynd, that maketh good or ill, That maketh wretch or happie, rich or poore: For some, that hath abundance at his will, Hath not enough, but wants in greatest store; And other, that hath litle, askes no more, But in that litle is both rich and wise. For wisedome is most riches; fooles…” quote by Edmund Spenser
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““It is the mynd, that maketh good or ill, That maketh wretch or happie, rich or poore: For some, that hath abundance at his will, Hath not enough, but wants in greatest store; And other, that hath litle, askes no more, But in that litle is both rich and wise. For wisedome is most riches; fooles therefore They are, which fortunes doe by vowes deuize, Sith each vnto himselfe his life may fortunize.””

Edmund Spenser

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Wealth and poverty are matters of mindset; true riches lie in wisdom, not material abundance.

In simple terms: Mindset, not wealth, defines richness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate wisdom over material gain.

Themes

philosophy wealth wisdom

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • education
  • career planning
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

mindset contentment values

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does mindset affect your happiness?
  • What steps foster wisdom?
A Different Perspective

Changing mindset is challenging.

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