Quote by Henry Fielding

A rich man without charity is a rogue; and perhaps it would be no difficult matter to prove that he is also a fool.

A rich man without charity is a rogue; and perhaps it would

Summary

This quote suggests that a wealthy person who lacks generosity and compassion is not only morally corrupt ("rogue"), but it also implies that they may be lacking in wisdom ("a fool"). The statement implies that true wealth includes both financial abundance and a willingness to share and help others in need. It suggests that a person's character is reflected by how they treat those less fortunate, and that material wealth alone does not define true prosperity. Thus, the quote emphasizes the importance of practicing charity and highlights the potential emptiness or ignorance of the uncharitable rich.

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