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Benjamin Franklin Quotes

«...It is in the religion of ignorance that tyranny begins...»
«Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters.»
«What have you wrought ... A Republic if you can keep it.»
«Seek Virtue, and, of that possessed, To Providence, resign the rest.»
«Where there is hunger, law is not regarded;and where law is not regarded, there will be hunger.»
«Passion governs, and she never governs wisely.»
«The way to secure peace is to be prepared for war.»
«It is remarkable that soldiers by profession, men truly and unquestionably brave, seldom advise war but in cases of extreme necessity.»
«If thou hast wit & learning, add to it Wisdom and Modesty.»
«If wind blows on you thro' a hole, Make your will and take care of your soul.»