Benjamin or Ben Franklin is possibly one of the most frequently quoted personalities in history With good reason, of course, for he was one of the founding fathers of the world’s oldest democracy. A journalist, scientist, inventor, philanthropist and politician, Franklin was a true visionary. His life and legacy continue to inspire many around the world, and his words live on as bits of insight and advice we could incorporate in our lives so as to emerge as better versions of ourselves. He is remembered for his writing style, his contributions to science, and all that helped shaped the US as a nation. On that note, let’s look at some of the best quotes by Benjamin Franklin.
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1. On learning and knowledge.
Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.
2. For love triumphs.
He that falls in love with himself will have no rivals.
3. A take on the opposition that comes only with wisdom.
Love your Enemies, for they tell you your Faults
4. Words matter more, and cut deeper.
Better slip with foot than tongue.
5. On being self-aware.
Don’t throw stones at your neighbors, if your own windows are glass.
6. Actions do speak louder.
Well done is better than well said.
7. Cherish the friendship we take for granted.
A true Friend is the best Possession
8. The journey of becoming a better human starts there.
Search others for their virtues, thy self for thy vices.
9. Benevolence, always.
It is better to take many Injuries than to give one.
10. A long life is not necessarily one you enjoyed.
Wish not so much to live long as to live well.
11. The advice that still rings true.
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
12. You can be dead even when you’re alive and breathing.
Many people die at twenty five and aren’t buried until they are seventy five.
13. This word of caution, we desperately need to abide by.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
14. This observation on religion remains relevant throughout history.
How many observe Christ’s birthday! How few, His precepts!
15. After all, a matter of choice.
Being ignorant is not so much a shame, as being unwilling to learn.
16. The greatest gift.
An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.
17. A note on dissent we seem to be forgetting.
It is the first responsibility of every citizen to question the authority
18. If you don’t, no one else will.
Instead of cursing the darkness, light a candle.
19. Virtue guides you through the rest.
Fear to do ill, and you need fear naught else.
20. For if an action doesn’t follow promises, they prove to be hollow.
A man of words and not of deeds, is like a garden full of weeds.
21. Importance of peace in simple words…
“There never was a good war or a bad peace.”
22. Hard work is as important as breathing!
“He that lies down with Dogs, shall rise up with fleas.”
23. Importance of a genuine heart…
“A right Heart exceeds all.”
24. Want to live in peace? Speak less and judge less.
“He that would live in peace & at ease, Must not speak all he knows or judge all he sees.”
25. Be genuine.
“What you seem to be, be really.”
26. Time is the only thing that nobody can buy, save, or return.
“Lost Time is never found again.”
27. Want to live in peace? Speak less and judge less.
“He that would live in peace & at ease, Must not speak all he knows or judge all he sees.”
28. The struggle is real…
“No gains without pains.”
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