Franklin lived during a great age of rationality and questioning, but also through one of the greatest religious revivals in world history. Franklin himself was a close friend of both George Whitefield, a famous evangelist, and David Hume, a powerful skeptic. Find out what Franklin made of these divergent intellectual movements.
For anyone interested in Ben Franklin's thoughts on Christianity, Bill Fortenberry has assembled most, if not all of Franklin's thoughts on the subject, with detailed analysis that is sure to spark interest from those with opposing views. Many will be surprised to learn Franklin called Jesus, "Christ" "Messiah" "Savior" and even "God". It is certain many modern critics will have much to say about the author's interpretation that Franklin was an orthodox Christian, affirmed salvation by faith over works, was the Savior of mankind and that Franklin believed both Testaments were inspired beside one small portion of Judges 4. This compilation is sure to bring new light to the faith of the first American.
An indispensable guide to right living from a Founding Father. Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s most revered founders, was a man of uncommonly fine common sense. Although he was never able to finish his project of compiling a comprehensive compendium of practical wisdom, he was able to lay down the beginnings of this work in his later writings. Collected within this volume are Franklin's writings organized around his timeless philosophy on living well, containing his thoughts on justice, moderation, chastity, and more. The Art of Virtue is a simple, concise, and illuminating guide to living a virtuous and fulfilling life. Perfect for readers young and old alike.