Everything is bad or good in the world except art, which is a thing separate, though having good and bad results.

But the attainment of heaven is the best object to keep in view.

To that end, do the most good; and to do it, get the most money.

Therefore, as a means, money is the only thing in the world worth having, since you can most benefit humanity by it, and consequently be the most sure of going to heaven when you die.

Is that clear ?" "Perfectly," said Nino, "provided a man is himself good." "It is very reprehensible to be bad," said Benoni, with a smile.
"What a ridiculous truism!" said Nino, laughing outright.
"Very likely," said the other.