Accumulate Quote by Mahavira
“Don't accumulate if you do not need. The excess of wealth in your hands is for the society, and you are the trustee for the same.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Aṅguttara Nikāya, Buddhist texts
Wealth should be held as a responsibility to society, not hoarded for personal gain.
In simple terms: Wealth is a societal trust.
Key Takeaway
Use resources to benefit others.
Themes
responsibility
wealth
society
trustee
Mood
reflective
ethical
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- philanthropy
- community projects
- business decisions
- personal finance
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
stewardship
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you share excess responsibly?
- What limits should guide personal wealth?
A Different Perspective
Excess may still cause attachment or misuse.
