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“Not to be avaricious is money; not to be fond of buying is a revenue; but to be content with our own is the greatest and most certain wealth of all.” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
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“Not to be avaricious is money; not to be fond of buying is a revenue; but to be content with our own is the greatest and most certain wealth of all.”

Marcus Tullius Cicero

About This Quote

Source Treat: De Officiis, 44 BC

True wealth is contentment with what you have, not material accumulation.

In simple terms: Contentment is wealth.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate contentment over greed.

Themes

wealth contentment philosophy

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • financial planning
  • minimalism
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

stoicism ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does wealth mean to you?
  • How can you practice contentment daily?
A Different Perspective

Contentment may limit ambition.

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