I think it will help clarify the scripture passage if i include the passages before and after.

6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.

7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.

8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.

9 But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.

10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.

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"Meek" meant civilized

Those who seek honest money by honest means must be extremely patient & are pursuing a path of creation & trade (God tells us to create well) which is the most civilized path open to us.

To "create well" requires knowing God (being very in touch with reality) & having passion or love for something meanigful in order to even begin to kniw how create value for others.