To the generous mind the heaviest debt is that of gratitude, when it is not in our power to repay it.
Benjamin FranklinRead
I therefore beg leave to move that henceforth prayers imploring the assistance of Heaven, and its blessing on our deliberations, be held in this Assembly every morning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Franklin advocates for starting each day in the assembly with prayer to seek divine guidance.
In this quote, Benjamin Franklin emphasizes the importance of seeking higher wisdom and guidance through prayer at the beginning of each assembly meeting. He suggests that recognizing a higher power can help inform and direct the deliberations, fostering a spirit of humility and collaboration among participants.
Themes
PrayerAssembliesGuidanceDeliberationDivine Assistance
In practice
Example use cases
A politician might use this quote at a campaign rally to emphasize their commitment to faith in governance.
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