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Money Quote by Edmund Spenser

“It is the mynd, that maketh good or ill, That maketh wretch or happie, rich or poore: For some, that hath abundance at his will, Hath not enough, but wants in greatest store; And other, that hath litle, askes no more, But in that litle is both rich and wise. For wisedome is most riches; fooles…” quote by Edmund Spenser
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““It is the mynd, that maketh good or ill, That maketh wretch or happie, rich or poore: For some, that hath abundance at his will, Hath not enough, but wants in greatest store; And other, that hath litle, askes no more, But in that litle is both rich and wise. For wisedome is most riches; fooles therefore They are, which fortunes doe by vowes deuize, Sith each vnto himselfe his life may fortunize.””

Edmund Spenser

About This Quote

Wealth and poverty are matters of mindset; true riches lie in wisdom, not material abundance.

In simple terms: Mindset, not wealth, defines richness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate wisdom over material gain.

Themes

philosophy wealth wisdom

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • education
  • career planning
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

mindset contentment values

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does mindset affect your happiness?
  • What steps foster wisdom?
A Different Perspective

Changing mindset is challenging.

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