Wealth, Prosperity & RichesAs published
“Who is wise? One who learns from every man? Who is strong? One who overpowers his inclinations? Who is rich? One who is satisfied with his lot? Who is honorable? One who honors his fellows.
— Ben Zoma
Talmudic sage
Ethics of the Fathers 4:1
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