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“Fortune, men say, doth give too much to many, But yet she never gave enough to any.” quote by John Harington
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“Fortune, men say, doth give too much to many, But yet she never gave enough to any.”

John Harington

About This Quote

Source Poem: Fortune's Paradox by John Harington, 1596

Fortune distributes abundance unevenly, often giving too much to many yet never enough to any single individual.

In simple terms: Fortune is uneven and unsatisfying.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty in outcomes.

Themes

fate inequality desire

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • financial advice
  • personal expectations

Key Concepts

philosophy economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with perceived unfairness?
  • Can you find contentment despite scarcity?
A Different Perspective

May breed cynicism.

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