Food Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
“Good men by nature, wish to know. I know that many will call this useless work... men who desire nothing but material riches and are absolutely devoid of that of wisdom, which is the food and only true riches of the mind.”
About This Quote
Source Notebook: Codex Atlanticus, 1508
True wealth is wisdom, not material riches; many pursue the latter foolishly.
In simple terms: Wisdom is the real treasure.
Key Takeaway
Seek knowledge over material gain.
Themes
wisdom
materialism
philosophy
Mood
philosophical
contemplative
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- career planning
- financial decisions
Key Concepts
epistemology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true wealth for you?
- How can wisdom be cultivated?
A Different Perspective
Material success can provide security.
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