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He is not poore that hath little, but he that desireth much.

“He is not poore that hath little, but he that desireth much.” quote by George Herbert
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“He is not poore that hath little, but he that desireth much.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

Poverty is not about having little, but about endless cravings that never satisfy.

In simple terms: Too much desire makes one poor.

Key Takeaway

Limit excessive wants.

Themes

wealth desire contentment spirituality

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • budgeting
  • mindfulness
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Christian mysticism economics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does "poor" truly mean to you?
  • Can desire be a positive force?
A Different Perspective

Desire can motivate achievement.

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