dlcockrum
geofkait: "God helps those who help themselves".
to which dlcockrum replied,
"Sorry, this is not biblical and akin to blasphemy."
No disrespect to you intended Geoff,
No offence taken, Dave. The wikipedia discussion of the phrase, God helps thise who help themselves, is provided below for your info.
The phrase "God helps those who help themselves" is a popular motto that emphasizes the importance of self-initiative and agency.
The phrase originated in ancient Greece and may originally have been proverbial. It is illustrated by two of Aesop’s Fables and a similar sentiment is found in ancient Greek drama. Although it has been commonly attributed to Benjamin Franklin, the modern English wording appears earlier in Algernon Sidney’s work.
The phrase is often mistaken as a scriptural quote, but is not stated verbatim in the Bible. However, there are many verses which underscore believers’ duties to work both for themselves and their families, such as Proverbs 6:10-11, 12:11, 12:24, 13:4, and I Timothy 5:8.
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