Quote by Confucius

In a country well governed, poverty is something to be ashamed of. In a country badly governed, wealth is something to be ashamed of.

In a country well governed, poverty is something to be asham

Summary

This quote by Confucius highlights the relationship between governance and societal values surrounding poverty and wealth. In a well-governed country, poverty becomes a source of shame as it implies failure on the part of the government to provide for its citizens. Conversely, in a poorly governed country, wealth becomes a cause for shame as it indicates inequality and corruption. This quote underscores the importance of effective governance in shaping societal attitudes towards poverty and wealth.

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By Confucius

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