Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Poverty often deprives a man of all spirit and virtue; it is hard for an empty bag to stand upright

Poverty often deprives a man of all spirit and virtue; it is

Summary

This quote implies that poverty not only strips individuals of their material possessions but also robs them of their motivation and moral values. Like an empty bag lacking stability, a person facing extreme poverty struggles to maintain resilience and integrity. It suggests that the difficult circumstances of poverty can lead to a degradation of character, illustrating the adverse effects of this socio-economic condition on the human spirit.

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By Benjamin Franklin

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