Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklinwas one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. A renowned polymath, Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. He facilitated many civic organizations, including...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionScientist
Date of Birth17 January 1706
CityBoston, MA
CountryUnited States of America
If the new Universal History were also read, it would give a connected idea of human affairs, so far as it goes, which should be followed by the best modern histories, particularly of our mother country; then of these colonies; which should be accompanied with observations on their rise, increase, use to Great Britain, encouragements and discouragements, the means to make them flourish, and secure their liberties.
In order to be happy you need a good dog, a good woman, and ready money.
Getting it done is my reward.
Nothing great comes without enthusiasm.
When women cease to be handsome, they study to be good.
He'll cheat without scruple, who can without fear.
If you have time don't wait for time.
The church, the state, and the poor, are 3 daughters which we should maintain, but not portion off.
Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable.
The only certain things in life are death and taxes!
There is scarce a king in a hundred who would not, if he could, follow the example of Pharoah - get first all the people's money, then all their lands, and then make them and their children servants forever.
Strive to be the best and you may succeed: he may well win the race that runs by himself.
Many have quarreled about religion that never practice it.
I wish to live without committing any fault at any time.