“The poor have little, beggars none, the rich too much, enough not one.”
- Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father, Inventor, and Philosopher
🧠 Who was Benjamin Franklin?
- Lived: 1706-1790
- Known as: Founding Father of the United States, inventor, writer, and philosopher
- Famous for:
- Helping draft the U.S. Declaration of Independence
- Inventing bifocals, the lightning rod, and other practical innovations
- Promoting ideas on frugality, wisdom, and civic responsibility
- Contributions:
- Influenced early American society through science, politics, and diplomacy
- Advocated for education, civic duty, and personal responsibility
- Left a legacy emphasizing practical wisdom, social conscience, and ethical living
The quote reflects Franklin’s philosophy on wealth and balance.
It suggests that extremes, poverty or excess, create imbalance,
and that true contentment comes from moderation and fairness.
In other words:
- Having too little or too much disrupts harmony in life.
- A society (and individual) thrives when resources are balanced and enough for all.
The challenge is to seek moderation and equitable sharing, fostering both personal and communal well-being.