Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
It is commonly observed that a sudden wealth, like a prize drawn in a lottery or a large bequest to a poor family, does not permanently enrich. They have served no apprenticeship to wealth, and with the rapid wealth come rapid claims which they do not know how to deny, and the treasure is quickly dissipated.
Summary
This quote emphasizes that sudden wealth, such as winning a lottery or receiving a large inheritance, does not always bring permanent enrichment. The individuals who come into this wealth have not experienced the gradual accumulation of wealth or the necessary lessons that come with it. Consequently, they may lack the skills to navigate the demands and pressures that accompany sudden riches. As a result, they may quickly exhaust or squander their newfound fortune, unable to say no to the rapid influx of requests and obligations.