The most I can do for my friend is simply to be his friend. I have no wealth to bestow on him. If he knows that I am happy in loving him, he will want no other reward. Is not friendship divine in this?
If you would be wealthy, think of saving as well as getting.
It is neither wealth nor splendor; but tranquility and occupation which give you happiness.
Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community.
Neither wealth or greatness render us happy.
It is only when the rich are sick that they fully feel the impotence of wealth.
A man’s true wealth is the good he does in the world.