You may thresh a hundred thousand bushels of grain, / But…
““You may thresh a hundred thousand bushels of grain, / But more than mine your belly will not contain.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even abundant resources cannot satisfy personal desire beyond its limits.
In simple terms: Limits of desire
Key Takeaway
Abundance has diminishing returns
Themes
desire
limits
abundance
satisfaction
human nature
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
proverb
philosophical
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- dietary control
- resource allocation
- goal setting
Key Concepts
scarcity
contentment
greed
Practical Applications
- budgeting
- mindful consumption
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives us to want more than we can use?
- How can recognizing limits improve well‑being?