Acres Quote by William Petty
“A thousand acres that can feed a thousand souls is better than ten thousand acres of no more effect.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Political Arithmetic, 1665
Having enough resources to sustain people is more valuable than excess land that yields little benefit.
In simple terms: Sufficient resources beat wasteful abundance.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize effective resource use.
Themes
economics
resource management
efficiency
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
economic
practical
When to use this quote
- community planning
- agricultural policy
- urban development
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
sustainability
distribution
productivity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure resources serve people?
- What measures prevent wasteful excess?
A Different Perspective
Abundance without utility can be wasteful.
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