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“He that hath little is the lesse durtie.” quote by George Herbert
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“He that hath little is the lesse durtie.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

The quote suggests that those with little material wealth are more likely to be generous and kind.

In simple terms: Having little makes you more generous.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate generosity regardless of wealth.

Themes

generosity humility wealth

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

moral spiritual

When to use this quote

  • charitable giving
  • community service
  • everyday interactions
  • teaching children

Key Concepts

Christian ethics altruism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does scarcity influence kindness?
  • Can wealth diminish generosity?
A Different Perspective

Wealth can also enable generosity; context matters.

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