All who think cannot but see there is a sanction like that of religion which binds us in partnership in the serious work of the world.
Benjamin FranklinDangerous, therefore, is it to take shelter under a tree, during a thunder-gust. It has been fatal to many, both men and beasts.
Benjamin FranklinDo not, however, mistake me. It is not to my good friend's heresy that I impute his honesty. On the contrary, 'tis his honesty that brought upon him the character of a heretic.
Benjamin FranklinAt twenty years of age the will reigns; at thirty, the wit; and at forty, the judgment.
Benjamin Franklin