Money and you...

Money is NOT the root of all evil, the Greed caused by a Love of Money IS the root of all evil!!! Money can be used for all sorts of great things like food and shelter for the poor, curing diseases, spending holidays with loved ones etc... Having money can buy you the time to spend your life doing the things that are really important to you. For me, Time is the most important thing to have! Not having enough money means that you are a slave to the system and are not in control of your life. Money is great if used properly, so I really do not like the term " Money Is The Root Of All Evil" Also the terms Rich and Poor are often used incorrectly I feel. I have seen people with no money who are rich as they have everything they want! I have also seen people who have loads of money but no time to spend it and enjoy life. These people are poor in my opinion!

If one knows how much is enough he can be happy and secure.This is what I always think.You must be able to rule the money and the day money begins to rule you the security and happiness will be in the air.

Having not being able to pay for your child's food and pay off the house loan would be the most unhappy thing on earth. Many times I have wondered what does money actually do. I think money gives us a material security. Even when you are sad, depressed and sad you can eat well and travel to the place you would like to. It also gives us a power - the power to give is away to those who need it. So, I agree with you. Poor life puts a restriction on us. We cannot chase our dreams. Having said this, some people are born happy no matter what.

Hello paula, that's an expression I heard a lot of when I wes young, but we certainly need some to survive in to day's world. I don't believe you can buy happiness. Although, you can buy something that makes you happy. I don't believe being rich makes you automaticly happy. You only have to look at all the wealthy stars who have taken their own lives.

There is some truth to what you have said, Paula.. That's why I prefer to be in the middle; non poor and none too rich. I just want to live comfortably, with some savings for rainy days and enough money to do what I want in terms of hobbies and stuff like that.. When greed sets in, then the root of all evil will start to form. Another thing which I believe is that when one has the habit of donating bits of their money say, to the poor or for charity organizations, they are able to shed away their selfishness bit by bit. This is not proven, but I just have the feeling it is possible..

I dont think so,at least not all of them .I have seen many and they seem to be living up ,going to many parties ,buying anything they want,owning many cars and homes .If that is insecurity I want a truckload of it .I guess that some rich people are paranoid because they think that persons are out there who just want to take away their wealth but it all depends one who you are . I have never subscibed to the notion that money is the root of all evil but rather the love of money .I have seen rich people who use their money for good ,getting involved in all kinds of charity and I have seen poor people use their poverty to commit all kinds of crime,so its the heart behind the owner of this money

Well, in all cases I truly agree that money is and can be the root of all evil, and something that most people often take for granted, and when they have more, they often think things will be wonderful, but many times they still find themselves still unhappy and unsatisfied as well. Personally I think life is really what we choose to make it, and if you choose to let god in and help you out it makes it so much better as well.

I definately think it can be! Not too long ago, I don't even remember where I was or who I was listening to on the television; but an organization had done this survey with 200 American's who were worth more than 1 million dollars. They ask if their million dollar bank accounts were enough. Each of them said no. When ask how much more would it take to make them happy, each of them said..."Just a little more"

I agree. It is worse to be poor, insecure and unhappy. Some people that "have money" don't appreciate it enough. At least that is my opinion anyway. I'm not saying all of them don't, but some of them don't. When you have money then you don't have to worry about some of the things that poor people have to worry about. I don't think money is the root of all evil but I think it can bring out evil!

I believe that money certainly isn't everything but on the other hand opens up doors for many things or opportunities. It is also my beliefs that (unfortunately) people making good money quick becomes more powerfull which unfortunately makes them feel more worthy and better than the rest of us. Having a lot of money wont necessary make you more happy - you can't buy happiness. Money could very well be the root to all evil, if you don't know how to handle or spend your money.

I dont subscribe to the fact that you will be miserable if you are rich nor do I subscribe to the notion that you will be unhappy if you are poor .I believe that happiness is a a state of mind and you can be unhappy if you are rich and similarly unhappy if you are poor ,it just depends on wheter you are satisfied with what you have or not .You could be happy with the little you have when you are poor and similarly unhappy with what you have when you are rich

Mind is the Root cause of All evil. Is there anyone to object my point? Money is just an Idea. It differentiates Rich and Poor. Its the mind which misuses money. Rich Businessmen do good for society with their money. Also there are many poor who waste their money by drinking. Mind is the root cause of all evils not money

I would say yes.Poor wants to earn money for his survival.Earned one wants to save for future.The saving one wants to have more and to be rich.The rich one wants to keep it up.All these stages requires money in a quick manner.And for that man is doing evil and become evil.Money is the root cause of all evils.Average money and balanced mind gives a healthy life.

I don't really believe that the rich ones are often insecure and unhappy. Although yes there may be some rich people out there who aren't satisfied with their life. However, oftentimes, most of them are surely happy with the bountiful blessings they're receiving. I mean, who wouldn't right? On the other hand, yes I do believe that money is the primary motive in doing crimes, abuse, and anything unethical.

Well, I don't think money is the root of all evil no..but money can change people for the worse sometimes. They feel they are living higher above all others..when certain types of people get money it goes to their heads and they become people that alot don't like because they try or do to make people of lesser value feel like dirt beneath their feet and treat them that way. With others..money is just money and something they have. They don't let it give them airs and they don't put on airs about it. But I have seen some with their noses so high in the air that they would drown if it started pouring the rain. I would be happy to just have money to get what I need and occasionally something that I want.

I believe it is. It reduces mankind to envious, avaricious, morally corrupt, criminal behaviour. But then, I'm old and poor! LOL

Money in itself is not bad, it is how you use it that counts. One should always make sure that one has enough to last ones entire lifetime. You should have full control of your money but you should not let money control you, ie, you should not become a slave of money. You should always see that you do not get too attached to money because there is a real danger of greed developing. If you become greedy and miserly then you can be led astray and then land in trouble for the rest of your life.Security means having enough and a little more to see you through your everyday life and your retirement and old age and becoming self sufficient and not depending on others.Money becomes the root of evil when it is used for self aggrandisement and to bring trouble to others, so one should be very careful how one handles money. If one has too much money then it should be used in charity and helping others who are in extreme need because their blessings will help in furthering ones spiritual evolution.

I think it is better to be rich and insecure and unhappy than poor and insecure and unhappy. Being rich you have a much better chance of recovery.

hi Paula, That is what all say - money is the root of all evil. It is the use of the money as money in itself can not be evil as nothing is so in isolation. We all need money to meed our needs and up to this level money is not evil for without the money would not be able to buy a coat for yourself. Now when you have money more than excess surely you would be prompted by money in the guise of your animal instinct and then all your ills have started showing their heads.

it's not really the money that is evil.we all need money to survive.we need money to buy our food,clothes,and shelter.it is the love of money that is evil.these are people consumed by greed.these people will do anything to earn money easily even if they have to hurt people and do bad things.