Matthew principle

Meaning

Noun

  • The notion that more will be given to those that already have.

Origin

  • Named from St Matthew, with reference to Matthew 25:29: "For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath." (KJV)

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