Article July 31, 1978 ISSUE

Both economy and riches

ROLF WITZSCHE

Most people regard economy as useful, whether it is applied in household or global affairs. We even find it practiced by those who have no need to do so. Does this not point to the fact that economy can be a natural expression of gratitude?

Mrs. Eddy speaks of economy in the Manual of The Mother Church. She says, "God requires wisdom, economy, and brotherly love to characterize all the proceedings of the members of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist." Man., Art. XXIV, Sect. 5; She didn't allow waste in her household, but neither did the practice of thrift and economy limit her.

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