Agriculture Quote by Thomas Tusser
“Ill husbandry lieth In prison for debt: Good husbandry spieth Where profit get.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Book of Husbandry", 1557
Mismanagement leads to imprisonment for debt, while good management yields profit.
In simple terms: Bad management leads to debt; good management brings profit.
Key Takeaway
Practice wise management to avoid debt.
Themes
economics
ethics
responsibility
financial literacy
Mood
cautionary
educational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business
- agriculture
- personal finance
- government policy
Key Concepts
stewardship
risk management
profitability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve your financial stewardship?
- What practices ensure sustainable profit?
A Different Perspective
Historical language may be obscure.
