The moral of it is this: If you are of any account, stay…
“The moral of it is this: If you are of any account, stay at home and make your way by faithful diligence; but if you are 'no account,' go away from home, and then you will have to work, whether you want to or not. Thus you become a blessing to your friends by ceasing to be a nuisance to them-if the people you go among suffer by the operation.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates diligent work for those with means; those without should seek honest labor to avoid being a burden.
In simple terms: Work diligently if you can; otherwise, find honest work.
Key Takeaway
Choose honest effort over idleness.
Themes
work ethic
social responsibility
honesty
class dynamics
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- employment
- community service
- social expectations
Key Concepts
economics
morality
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “no account” in modern terms?
- How can society support those lacking resources?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex socioeconomic realities.