Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist and political critic.

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Quotations by Benjamin Franklin: General

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A false friend and a shadow attend only while the sun shines.
Benjamin Franklin

A good conscience is a continual Christmas.
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A life of leisure and a life of laziness are two things. There will be sleeping enough in the grave.
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An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
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Applause waits on success.
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At 20 years of age the will reigns; at 30, the wit; at 40, the judgment.
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Be at war with your vices; at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.
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Be civil to all; sociable to many; familiar with few; friend to one; enemy to none.
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By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
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Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.
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