Quote by Sir Thomas Browne

Be charitable before wealth makes you covetous.

Be charitable before wealth makes you covetous.

Summary

This quote advises individuals to prioritize the act of being charitable and giving before they acquire wealth, in order to prevent themselves from succumbing to the vice of greed. It serves as a reminder that accumulated wealth can often trigger covetous desires and lead individuals to prioritize material possessions over the act of kindness and generosity. Therefore, the quote emphasizes the importance of fostering a charitable mindset early on, ensuring that wealth does not cloud one's ability to empathize with and help others.

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Charity

By Sir Thomas Browne

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