Benjamin Franklin
191 quotations
He who multiplies riches, multiplies cares.
Who is rich? He that rejoices in his portion.
He that's secure is not safe.
Three can keep a secret if two are dead.
There are three things extremely hard: steel, a diamond, and to know one's self.
He who falls in love with himself will have no rivals.
Observe all men, thyself most.
Write injuries in dust, benefits in marble.
If you would have a faithful servant, and one that you like, serve yourself.
Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
Half wits talk much, but say little.
He that speaks much, is much mistaken.
He's a fool that makes his doctor his heir.
We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.
You will find the key to success under the alarm clock.
Words may show a man's wit but actions his meaning.
Never confuse motion with action.
Reading makes a full man, meditation a profound man, discourse a clear man.
Read much, but not many books.
If you would know the value of money try to borrow some.
Drive your business, let not you're business drive you.
Beware the hobby that eats.
In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.
Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.
When you're finished changing, you're finished.