Benjamin Franklin Quotes

Enjoy our collection of quotes by famous people like Benjamin Franklin, January 17, 1706 – April 17, 1790. Franklin was a leading author and printer, satirist, political theorist, politician, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman, soldier, 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. We hope you enjoy these quotes by Benjamin Franklin as one of the famous people and authors in the world. One of our favorite quotes is, "Energy and persistence conquer all things."

I didn't fail the test, I just found 100 ways to do it wrong.
Benjamin Franklin

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

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

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

Being ignorant is not so much a shame, as being unwilling to learn.
Benjamin Franklin

When you're finished changing, you're finished.
Benjamin Franklin

God helps those who help themselves.
Benjamin Franklin

A small leak can sink a great ship.
Benjamin Franklin

By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
Benjamin Franklin






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