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Money has never made man happy, nor will it, there is nothing in its nature to produce happiness. The more of it one has
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"Money has never made man happy, nor will it, there is nothing in its nature to produce happiness. The more of it one has the more one wants"

- Benjamin Franklin

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This quote by Benjamin Franklin speaks with the idea that cash does not bring happiness. He recommends that money is not capable of producing happiness, and that the more money one has, the more they will want. This is due to the fact that cash is a finite resource, and it is impossible to satisfy all of one's desires with it. Franklin is recommending that money is not the secret to happiness, and that true happiness comes from other sources. He is encouraging individuals to concentrate on things that bring them happiness, rather than chasing cash. Money can be an useful tool, however it should not be the sole focus of one's life. Real happiness comes from within, and it is important to keep in mind that money can not buy it.

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Benjamin Franklin This quote is written / told by Benjamin Franklin between January 17, 1706 and April 17, 1790. He was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 162 other quotes.

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