The most opulent nations, indeed, generally excel all their neighbours in agriculture as well as in manufactures; but they are to be envied, not on account of their opulence, but on account of their freedom, security, and the good administration of justice.
Wealth of Nations, capitalism
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Controversial"What can be added to the happiness of a man who is in health, out of debt, and has a clear conscience?"
Humorous"Where there is a great deal of property, there is great inequality. For one very rich man, there must be at least five hundred poor, and the affluence of the few supposes the indigence of the many."
Humorous"The common people are always more afraid of the king, and the nobility, than of each other."
Controversial"The most opulent nations, indeed, are in general the most happy and comfortable."
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