Quote by Joseph Addison

I have somewhere met with the epitaph on a charitable man which has pleased me very much. I cannot recollect the words, but here is the sense of it: What I spent I lost; what I possessed is left to others; what I gave away remains with me.

I have somewhere met with the epitaph on a charitable man wh

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This quote alludes to the idea that the true worth of a person lies not in what they have accumulated for themselves, but in what they have given to others. It suggests that material possessions are temporary and eventually lost, but acts of charity and generosity create a lasting impact. The essence of the epitaph conveys the fulfillment and immortality one experiences by selflessly sharing and helping others, emphasizing the importance of kindness and benevolence as an enduring legacy.

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