Comfort Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley
“There is no real wealth but the labor of people. Were the mountains of gold and silver, the world would not be one grain of corn the richer; no one comfort would be added to the human race.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unspecified poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley, 19th century
Wealth is not measured by material riches; true value lies in human labor and shared prosperity.
In simple terms: Real wealth comes from people's work, not gold.
Key Takeaway
Value labor over material accumulation.
Themes
economics
philosophy
human value
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- social policy
- community building
- personal finance
Key Concepts
labor
wealth
equality
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines wealth in your community?
- How can labor be better recognized?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring labor’s value can perpetuate inequality.
