Money is of a prolific generating nature. Money can beget money, and its offspring can beget more.
Benjamin FranklinTwo passions have powerful influence on the affairs of men: the love of power and the love of money.
Benjamin FranklinAnd as to the Cares, they are chiefly what attend the bringing up of Children; and I would ask any Man who has experienced it, if they are not the most delightful Cares in the World; and if from that Particular alone, he does not find the Bliss of a double State much greater, instead of being less than he expected.
Benjamin FranklinGentlemen, I have lived a long time and am convinced that God governs in the affairs of men. If a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid? I move that prayer imploring the assistance of Heaven be held every morning before we proceed to business.
Benjamin Franklin