Quote by Robert Mondavi

There are a lot of people with a lot of money, and I'm amazed they don't understand what a great pleasure it can be to give.

There are a lot of people with a lot of money, and I'm amaze

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This quote suggests that there are numerous wealthy individuals who fail to recognize the immense joy that comes from the act of giving. It highlights the speaker's astonishment at the lack of understanding among affluent people regarding the gratification and fulfillment that can be derived from helping others or contributing to charitable causes. The quote emphasizes the illogical nature of not embracing the happiness and satisfaction that accompanies philanthropy when one possesses the means to do so.

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