Avarice Quote by Sir Fulke Greville
“Avarice starves its possessor to fatten those who come after, and who are eagerly awaiting the demise of the accumulator.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Greedy Man", 1590
Greedy people consume resources, leaving less for others, and their wealth often benefits future generations who may resent the original hoarder.
In simple terms: Greed harms the greedy and benefits later generations.
Key Takeaway
Beware of selfish accumulation.
Themes
greed
wealth
intergenerational effects
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- inheritance law
- family dynamics
- political policy
Key Concepts
economics
ethics
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the long‑term social costs of greed?
- How can societies balance individual wealth with collective wellbeing?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex economic systems.
