The Cause - Rob Pirie How to Build a Virtuous Character - Benjamin Franklin: Harvard Classics Review - HC1 Ep1.
Sep 1, 2023
Benjamin Franklin, founding father and remarkable individual in history, talks about his virtues, accomplishments, and challenges in striving for moral perfection. The podcast explores his journey and encounter with Governor Keith, his method of crowdfunding for public projects, and his favorite books and quotes.
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Broken Promises
- Governor Keith offered to fund Franklin's print shop, sending him to England with a promised letter of credit.
- The letter never arrived, leaving Franklin stranded and forcing him to find work.
Franklin's 13 Virtues
- Strive for moral perfection by focusing on one virtue each week.
- Franklin's 13 virtues included temperance, silence, order, and humility.
Self-Made Man
- Franklin's autobiography starts the Harvard Classics series to inspire self-education.
- It demonstrates that anyone can achieve success through discipline and good habits.