Quote by Samuel Johnson

There are few ways in which a man can be more innocently employed than in getting money.

There are few ways in which a man can be more innocently emp

Summary

This quote suggests that acquiring wealth is a pursuit that carries little moral responsibility or blame. It implies that seeking and accumulating money is a relatively harmless activity compared to other potentially harmful or morally dubious endeavors. In essence, the quote highlights the belief that striving for financial prosperity is a respectable and innocuous endeavor.

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By Samuel Johnson

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