Quote by John Ruskin
What right have you to take the word wealth, which originally meant well-being, and degrade and narrow it by confining it to certain sorts of material objects measured by money.
Summary
This quote questions the modern interpretation of the word "wealth." It suggests that the original meaning of wealth - encompassing overall well-being - has been diminished by limiting it solely to material possessions and monetary value. The quote challenges the notion that wealth should be measured solely by financial possessions, emphasizing a broader perspective that includes other aspects of human prosperity and happiness.
Topics
Wealth
By John Ruskin