Skip to content

Enough Quote by Christina Stead

“If all the rich people in the world divided up their money among themselves, there wouldn't be enough to go around.” quote by Christina Stead
Download Open image
“If all the rich people in the world divided up their money among themselves, there wouldn't be enough to go around.”

Christina Stead

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Man Who Loved Children, 1940

If the rich kept all wealth within their own circle, there would be insufficient resources for everyone else.

In simple terms: Rich hoarding leaves others poor.

Key Takeaway

Promote equitable distribution of wealth.

Themes

economics social justice wealth inequality

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • community budgeting
  • activism
  • charitable giving

Key Concepts

distribution theory social ethics political economy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What systems can ensure fair sharing?
  • How does wealth concentration affect society?
A Different Perspective

Wealth redistribution can be politically contentious.

3.6 out of 5 (7 ratings)

More by Christina Stead

Explore all 171 Christina Stead quotes

More Enough quotes

Browse all 23,899 Enough quotes