To the generous mind the heaviest debt is that of gratitude, when it is not in our power to repay it.
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Marriage is the most natural state of man, and... the state in which you will find solid happiness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage is considered a fundamental aspect of human existence and a path to true happiness.
In this quote, Benjamin Franklin emphasizes the importance of marriage as not only a natural part of human life but also a source of genuine happiness. He suggests that forming a deep personal bond through marriage leads individuals to a more fulfilling and joyful experience compared to living outside of such commitments.
Themes
MarriageHappinessRelationshipsCommitmentLove
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech to emphasize the importance of marriage.
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I think that a young state, like a young virgin, should modestly stay at home, and wait the application of suitors for an alliance with her; and not run about offering her amity to all the world; and hazarding their refusal. Our virgin is a jolly one; and tho at present not very rich, will in time be a great fortune, and where she has a favorable predisposition, it seems to me well worth cultivating.
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