Avarice Quote by Emily Dickinson
“My friends are my estate. Forgive me then the avarice to hoard them. They tell me those who were poor early have different views of gold. I don't know how that is. God is not so wary as we, else He would give us no friends, lest we forget Him.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished manuscript, 1850s
The speaker values friendships over material wealth, warning against hoarding relationships like treasure, and notes divine perspective on human connections.
In simple terms: Friends are more valuable than gold.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and share friendships.
Themes
friendship
materialism
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
human connection
value of relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize relationships over possessions?
- What does generosity mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Friends can be lost if treated as possessions.
