Can you support the expense of a husband, hussy, in gaming, drinking and whoring? Have you money enough to carry on the daily quarrels of man and wife about who shall squander most? There are not many husbands and wives, who can bear the charges of plaguing one another in a handsome way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker mocks couples who cannot afford their extravagant vices and constant arguing.
- In plain terms
- Many couples argue about money because they spend too much on bad habits.
- What can you take from it?
- Financial irresponsibility leads to marital conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What causes marital strife?
- Is money the root?
Another view
Some conflicts arise even without financial issues.
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