Benjamin Franklin Quotes

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), He was one of the most extraordinary human beings the world has ever known. Born into the family of a Boston candle maker, Benjamin Franklin became the most famous American of his time. He helped found a new nation and defined the American character. Writer, inventor, diplomat, businessman, musician, scientist, humorist, civic leader, international celebrity . . . genius.

Half a truth is often a great lie.

If you would be loved, love, and be loveable.

He that speaks much, is much mistaken.

God helps those who help themselves.

He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else.

Speak ill of no man, but speak all the good you know of everybody.

To succeed, jump as quickly at opportunities as you do at conclusions.

The Constitution only gives people the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it yourself.

It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it.

When in doubt, don't.

Do not fear mistakes. You will know failure. Continue to reach out.

Anger is never without a reason, but seldom with a good one.

The way to see by Faith is to shut the Eye of Reason.

Do good to your friends to keep them, to your enemies to win them.