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What does it mean?
Money is meant to be used, not just hoarded.
In plain terms
Use your wealth instead of saving it all.
What can you take from it?
Spend money to gain value.

Where it applies

  • personal finance
  • charity
  • investment

Putting it to work

  • Allocate resources
  • Invest wisely
  • Share wealth

Questions to consider

  • What is the purpose of wealth?
  • How do you balance saving and spending?

Another view

Saving is sometimes necessary for security.

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