Facility Quote by Vincent de Paul
“Just as stinginess is blameworthy, so is facility in paying more for things than they are worth...”
About This Quote
Excessive generosity that exceeds value is as blameworthy as stinginess.
In simple terms: Both over‑paying and being cheap are faults.
Key Takeaway
Balance generosity with fairness.
Themes
generosity
value
morality
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- shopping
- gift‑giving
- budgeting
Key Concepts
economic ethics
personal finance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess true value before spending?
- When is frugality preferable?
A Different Perspective
Being overly generous can lead to waste.
![“. . . . [P]ersons who love very much, easily take offense at trifles. No doubt your excessive affection for me makes you a little diffident about mine. But there is no harm done; I hope you will soon be over this slight jealousy and be convinced that nothing can change the genuine affection Our…” quote by Vincent de Paul](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/570/vincent-de-paul-1676_affection_p-ersons-who-love-very-much-easily-take_52639.jpg)
![“[I]f the gentleness of your spirit needs a dash of vinegar, borrow a little from Our Lord's spirit. O Mademoiselle, how well He knew how to find a bittersweet remark when it is needed!” quote by Vincent de Paul](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/546/vincent-de-paul-1676_bittersweet_i-f-the-gentleness-of-your-spirit-needs_81360.jpg)
