Deal Quote by Edgar Bronfman, Sr
“Making money is marvelous, and I love doing it, and I do it reasonably well, but it doesnt have the gripping vitality that you have when you deal with the happiness of human life and with human deprivation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Philanthropy, 1995
Wealth can be rewarding, but it lacks the deep emotional drive found in helping others and confronting human suffering.
In simple terms: Money is rewarding, but helping people feels more alive.
Seek purpose beyond profit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- social entrepreneurship
- volunteering
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance profit with purpose?
- What actions bring you deeper fulfillment?
Wealth alone cannot fulfill the need for meaningful connection to human struggles.