Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Money has never made man happy, nor will it, there is nothing in its nature to produce happiness. The more of it one has the more one wants.

Money has never made man happy, nor will it, there is nothin

Summary

This quote suggests that money does not bring happiness and is not capable of doing so. It implies that wealth alone does not lead to contentment, as the pursuit of money can be insatiable, leaving individuals always desiring more. The message is that true happiness comes from sources other than material possessions and wealth.

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By Benjamin Franklin

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