Explaining "God helps those who help themselves"

What does it mean?

The phrase suggests that individuals should take initiative and put in effort to achieve their goals rather than waiting passively for divine intervention or external assistance.

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Origin

The phrase is often mistakenly thought to be from the Bible, but it actually comes from ancient Greek literature. The sentiment has been expressed in various forms over time, with similar ideas appearing in Aesop's fables. It was popularized in its current English form by Benjamin Franklin in his "Poor Richard's Almanack" in the 18th century.