Quote by William Shakespeare

Those that much covet are with gain so fond,For what they have not, that which they possessThey scatter and unloose it from their bond,And so, by hoping more, they have but less;Or, gaining more, the profit of excessIs but to surfeit, and such griefs sustain,That they prove bankrupt in this poor-rich gain.

Those that much covet are with gain so fond,For what they ha

Summary

This quote highlights the folly of excessive coveting and the consequences it brings. It suggests that those who desire more are so infatuated with gaining material possessions that they neglect and squander the things they already have. By constantly hoping for more, they end up with less. Even if they do acquire more, the satisfaction gained from excess is short-lived and leads to immense sorrow. In the end, these individuals become bankrupt in their pursuit of wealth, despite appearing outwardly rich.

Topics

Desires Greed Excess Gain Possessions Entitlement Insatiability

By William Shakespeare

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