Gold Quote by George Herbert
“Hee that labours and thrives spins gold.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Altar, 1633
Excessive labor can corrupt and turn effort into something worthless.
In simple terms: Too much work can ruin value.
Key Takeaway
Moderate effort to preserve value.
Themes
work
value
corruption
balance
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career management
- personal productivity
- creative projects
- resource allocation
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
labor theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines valuable work?
- When does effort become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
Hard work alone does not guarantee success.
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