Deluded Quote by Laurence Sterne
“Solomon'sexcess became an insult upon the privileges of mankind; for by the same plan of luxury, which made it necessary to have forty thousand stalls of horses,--he had unfortunately miscalculated his other wants, and so had seven hundred wives… Wise--deluded man!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tristram Shandy by Laurence Sterne, 1759
Excessive luxury creates inequality and miscalculates true needs, leading to folly.
In simple terms: Too much wealth breeds waste and imbalance.
Key Takeaway
Balance desire with necessity.
Themes
excess
inequality
luxury
human nature
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- budgeting
- resource allocation
- ethical consumption
Key Concepts
economics
philosophy
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What is your true need versus want?
- How does excess affect community?
A Different Perspective
Luxury can be a source of comfort for some.
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