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
Benjamin Franklin quotes about
Friends are the true Sceptres of Princes.
Don't overload Gratitude; if you do, she'll kick.
Cut the Wings of your Hens and Hopes, lest they lead you a weary Dance after them.
Innocence is its own defense.
If you'd lose a troublesome visitor, lend him money.
Great Modesty often hides great Merit.
Pride gets into the Coach, and Shame mounts behind.
Let thy vices die before thee.
Many would live by their Wits, but break for want of Stock.
She that paints her Face, thinks of her Tail.
He that by the Plough would thrive, Himself must either hold or drive.
Tis a well spent penny that saves a groat.
He that sows Thorns, should never go barefoot.
Wealth and Content are not always Bed-fellows.