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He who knows how to be poor knows everything
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"He who knows how to be poor knows everything"

- Jules Michelet

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This quote by Jules Michelet speaks with the idea that poverty can be a great instructor. It suggests that those who have experienced hardship have a greater understanding of the world than those who have not. Hardship can teach us about the worth of hard work, strength, and resourcefulness. It can likewise teach us about the significance of compassion and empathy for those who are less lucky. Poverty can likewise be a humbling experience, teaching us to be grateful for what we have and to be content with less. By understanding poverty, we can acquire a higher gratitude for the battles of others and a better understanding of the world. Eventually, this quote recommends that those who have actually experienced hardship have a greater understanding of life than those who have not.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Jules Michelet between August 21, 1798 and February 9, 1874. He/she was a famous Historian from France. The author also have 1 other quotes.

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