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Franklin's beliefs were rather malleable and shifted over time. Early in life he wrote:
GOD: I conceive for many reasons that he is a good being; as I should be happy to have so wise, good, and powerful a being my friend, let me consider in what manner I shall make myself most acceptable to him.
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Let me, then, not fail to praise my God continually, for it is his due, and it is all I can return for his many favors and great goodness to me; and let me resolve to be virtuous, that I may be happy, that I may please him who is delighted to see me happy.
"Articles of Belief and Acts of Religion" (20 Nov. 1728)
During some years he appears to have adopted more the "Watchmaker God" beliefs of the pure deists of the day, a God who made Heaven, Earth, and us, but had no particular interest in us or our daily affairs. However, by the end of his life, he had returned to a firm belief in a God who was personally involved with His creation.
At the Constitutional Convention in 1787, he stated, "The longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth: that God governs in the affairs of men. "
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What does some of Ben Franklin's maxims mean?
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin
Did Benjamin Franklin say ''God helps those who help themselves''?
Ben Franklin is not the originator of this quote, although he may have repeated it. It is attributed to Algernon Sidney from his Discourses on Government.
Did Benjamin Franklin add In God We Trust to US currency?
No, Benjamin Franklin did not add "In God We Trust" to U.S. currency. The phrase was first used on U.S. coins in 1864 during the Civil War and later became the national motto in 1956. Franklin, who was one of the Founding Fathers, played a significant role in early American history but was not involved in the introduction of this specific motto on currency.
What was Benjamin Franklin thinking when he was flying the kite?
He probably had butterflys in his stomach, and was thinking oh my god please don't let me die.
Is Benjamin Franklin a Quaker?
AnswerNowhere does it say point-blank that he was. I do believe that he believed in God, but some of his relations were, well, interesting.AnswerQuote from link below;"Franklin was an egotist. Franklin was someone who believed far more in himself than he could possibly have believed in the divinity of Christ, which he didn't."Benjamin Franklin wrote a letter concerning his world beliefs just weeks before he died, to one Ezra Stiles.http://www.beliefnet.com/resourcelib/docs/44/Letter_from_Benjamin_Franklin_to_Ezra_Stiles_1.htmlHe WAS a Christian, and his own hand proved it.AnswerOne of the interesting things about the life of Benjamin Franklin was that he supported all religions for he believed that they all could help people.He was raised Episcopalian and remained a member of the church with some good Christian values for the rest of his life.I think it is impossible to deny that he believed in some God - all the readings I have done about him point to that - yet he did not accept God as his Lord in the normal Christian way. He was agnostic.AnswerFranklin believed in God and that the best way to serve him was not through meaningless prayers but rather through good works improving life on earth.
What was Benjamin Franklin's beliefs on God and Jesus?
American statesman, scientist and philosopher Benjamin Franklin advised: "Cultivate an acquaintance with a firm belief in the Holy Scriptures.
Who said beer is proof that god loves us?
This quote is commonly attributed to Benjamin Franklin, but there is no definitive evidence that he actually said this.
Who said rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God?
Benjamin Franklin
Who said The longer I live the more convincing proofs I see of this truth that God governs?
This is attributed to Benjamin Franklin
What does some of Ben Franklin's maxims mean?
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin
NOT a reflection of Benjamin Franklin's utilitarian philosophy?
Men are only sinners in the hands of an angry god.
The god is strong?
It depends on what 'God' you are refering too and answers will varu based on personal beliefs.
Was the Virgin Mary strong in her beliefs?
Yes she was, because of the faith she had in God.
Why are their Jewish beliefs are so strong?
Because our tradition is that the Torah is from God.
Did Benjamin Franklin say ''God helps those who help themselves''?
Ben Franklin is not the originator of this quote, although he may have repeated it. It is attributed to Algernon Sidney from his Discourses on Government.
Did Benjamin Franklin add In God We Trust to US currency?
No, Benjamin Franklin did not add "In God We Trust" to U.S. currency. The phrase was first used on U.S. coins in 1864 during the Civil War and later became the national motto in 1956. Franklin, who was one of the Founding Fathers, played a significant role in early American history but was not involved in the introduction of this specific motto on currency.
What was Benjamin Franklin thinking when he was flying the kite?
He probably had butterflys in his stomach, and was thinking oh my god please don't let me die.
