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“Man was not made for the service of economies; economies were made to serve mankind; and men and women were made - so we believe - to serve one another, not just ourselves.” quote by Jonathan Sacks
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“Man was not made for the service of economies; economies were made to serve mankind; and men and women were made - so we believe - to serve one another, not just ourselves.”

Jonathan Sacks

About This Quote

Economies should exist to benefit humanity, not dominate it; human purpose is mutual service, not self‑interest.

In simple terms: Serve each other, not just yourself.

Key Takeaway

Economies exist to serve people.

Themes

economics humanism social responsibility ethics

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical social commentary

When to use this quote

  • policy design
  • corporate governance
  • community projects
  • public health initiatives

Key Concepts

instrumental value of institutions collective well‑being

Practical Applications

  • Design policies that prioritize human welfare
  • Encourage cooperative business models

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance personal ambition with collective good?
  • What mechanisms ensure economies truly serve humanity?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual ambition and market efficiencies that can also benefit society.

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