Desires Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“No man is poor who does not think himself so. But if in a full fortune with impatience he desires more, he proclaims his wants and his beggarly condition.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Doctrine of Poverty, Jeremy Taylor, 1650
True poverty is a mindset; those who accept lack as identity are poor, while those content with modest means are not.
In simple terms: Poverty is mental, not just material.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate contentment over desire.
Themes
contentment
mindset
wealth
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal budgeting
- minimalist living
- career advancement
- social comparison
Key Concepts
philosophy of happiness
spiritual economics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you measure wealth by possessions or satisfaction?
- How can you shift focus from wanting more to appreciating enough?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes wealth equates to happiness, ignoring structural inequality.
