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
I wish to live without committing any fault at any time.
Many have quarreled about religion that never practice it.
Have you something to do to-morrow; do it to-day.
Strive to be the best and you may succeed: he may well win the race that runs by himself.
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.
The only certain things in life are death and taxes!
Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable.
The church, the state, and the poor, are 3 daughters which we should maintain, but not portion off.
If you have time don't wait for time.
He'll cheat without scruple, who can without fear.
A father's a treasure; a brother's a comfort; a friend is both.
When women cease to be handsome, they study to be good.
If thou hast wit and learning, add to it wisdom and modesty.
The Honey is sweet, but the Bee has a Sting.