Full Idea
Neither to give a share nor to receive a share is a fearful thing.
Gist of Idea
It is dreadful to neither give a share nor receive a share
Source
Aristotle (Politics [c.332 BCE], 1281b28)
Book Reference
Aristotle: 'Politics', ed/tr. Reeve,C.D.C. [Hackett 2017], p.67
A Reaction
It is striking that he includes equality in giving, as well as in receiving. Paying taxes is a privilege, because it shows your equality as a citizen.