The rich man's sons inherits cares;
The bank may break, the factory burn,
A breath may burst read more

The rich man's sons inherits cares;
The bank may break, the factory burn,
A breath may burst his bubble shares,
And soft, white hands could hardly earn
A living that would serve his turn.

Friendship is a treasured gift, and every time I talk with you I feel as if I'm getting richer and read more

Friendship is a treasured gift, and every time I talk with you I feel as if I'm getting richer and richer

Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to
administer in his lifetime for the good read more

Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to
administer in his lifetime for the good of the community.

This country cannot afford to be materially rich and spiritually poor.

This country cannot afford to be materially rich and spiritually poor.

Riches, the incentives to evil, are dug out of the earth.
[Lat., Effodiuntur opes irritamenta malorum.]

Riches, the incentives to evil, are dug out of the earth.
[Lat., Effodiuntur opes irritamenta malorum.]

All gold and silver rather turn to dirt,
An 'tis no better reckoned but of these
Who read more

All gold and silver rather turn to dirt,
An 'tis no better reckoned but of these
Who worship dirty gods.

If there are people at once rich and content, be assured that they are content because they know how to read more

If there are people at once rich and content, be assured that they are content because they know how to be so, not because they are rich.

These riches are possess'd, but not enjoy'd!

These riches are possess'd, but not enjoy'd!

Superfluous wealth can buy superfluities only.

Superfluous wealth can buy superfluities only.