Chapter 6
Am I rich? Am I poor?
"The real measure of wealth is what would you be worth if you lost all your money" - Anonymous
What Money Can Buy
"A bed but not sleep,A computer but not brains.
Food but not appetite, finery but not beauty.
A house but not a home, medecine but not health.
Luxuries but not culture, amusements but not happiness.
Acquaintances but not friends, obedience but not loyalty."
"Wealth is in the head, not in the purse"- Rabbi Yehuda Yaish
It has been attempted, in many cultures, to define true wealth and put it in perspective.
Read these short 'day in the life' descriptions:
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Contemplate the lives of each of these kids and consider:​
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What do I have plenty of?
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What am I lacking?
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What are my privileges?
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What are my responsibilities?
Discuss this with your parent and compare your perspectives. In which ways are they similar/different?
