After reciting his lineage, Amulek points out his success in endeavors that are important to his listeners. The first is his “many kindreds.” The larger the kin base in ancient societies, the greater his support and potential influence. Being from a large kin group would, in itself, confer considerable power on him. But significantly, he has also become rich “by the hand of… industry.” He gives no details about his riches nor how, specifically, he accumulated them.