He, that gets all he can honestly, and saves all he gets (necessary expences excepted), will certainly become rich--if that Being who governs the world, to whom all should look for a blessing on their honest endeavours, doth not, in his wise providence, otherwise determine.
Franklin explains that honest earning and saving can lead to wealth, provided one seeks divine guidance.
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