He who will not work shall not eat.' Yet, so strong is the…
““He who will not work shall not eat.' Yet, so strong is the propensity to be thought 'gentlemen;' so general is this desire amongst the youth of this proud money making nation, that thousands upon thousands of them are, at this moment, in a state which may end in starvation; not so much because they are too lazy to earn their bread, as because they are too proud!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The unwilling to work but still desire respect, leading to pride and potential starvation; work is essential for sustenance and dignity.
In simple terms: Work is needed for survival and respect.
Key Takeaway
Encourage responsibility and humility.
Themes
work ethic
pride
poverty
social class
dignity
Mood
critical
serious
reflective
Type
Money:1
Starvation:1
Money Making:0
End Starvation:0
Starvation Lazy:0
Bread Proud:0
Work Shall:1
When to use this quote
- employment
- education
- policy making
- community programs
Key Concepts
economic theory
social psychology
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride affect work motivation?
- What societal factors influence work attitudes?
A Different Perspective
Pride can motivate positive action.