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Curse Quote by Matthew Henry

“That which is won ill, will never wear well, for there is a curse attends it, which will waste it; and the same corrupt dispositions which incline men to the sinful ways of getting, will incline them to the like sinful ways of spending.” quote by Matthew Henry
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“That which is won ill, will never wear well, for there is a curse attends it, which will waste it; and the same corrupt dispositions which incline men to the sinful ways of getting, will incline them to the like sinful ways of spending.”

Matthew Henry

About This Quote

Source Treatise: Christian Moral Philosophy, Matthew Henry, 1708

Ill‑gained wealth brings a curse, leading to waste and moral corruption in both acquisition and spending.

In simple terms: Badly earned money brings trouble and waste.

Key Takeaway

Seek honest means and wise use of resources.

Themes

wealth morality corruption spending acquisition

Mood

cautionary ethical

Type

philosophical moral

When to use this quote

  • business decisions
  • personal finance
  • political policy
  • charitable giving

Key Concepts

ethical economics moral philosophy human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your source of income affect your values?
  • Can you separate wealth from moral character?
A Different Perspective

Even honest wealth can be misused without virtue.

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