Franklin's Life Philosophy -- 12 Pieces of Self-Cultivation Advice for Young People: 12 Pieces of Self-Cultivation Advice for Young People

Author: Sun Sizhong (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: He was a poor child who only received two years of formal education, yet he became one of the greatest politicians, diplomats, writers, scientists, and inventors in American history. His portrait is permanently etched on the U.S. dollar, regarded as an outstanding representative of the "American Spirit." Who was he? He was Benjamin Franklin! What is the reason behind such an astonishing success miracle? People found the key to decipher it in his 12 life principles for self-cultivation and discipline!
In 1728, when Benjamin Franklin was 22 years old, he formulated 12 life principles for self-cultivation and discipline. It was by consistently adhering to and putting these 12 principles into practice that Franklin became a respected master of virtue and a great figure who achieved remarkable success in multiple fields. Today, in the 21st century, these 12 life principles still hold great practical significance. They are nothing less than 12 earnest pieces of advice from Benjamin Franklin to young people today who aspire to achieve greatness. Franklin concisely summarized these 12 life principles in 24 words: Temperance, Silence, Order, Resolution, Frugality, Diligence, Sincerity, Justice, Moderation, Peacefulness, Chastity, and Humility. After each principle, Franklin added an aphorism to express his personal understanding of its meaning. Let us follow these 12 life principles with unwavering dedication, just as Franklin did! Then, we will achieve the life that belongs to us!
The book has a tight yet uncluttered logical structure, language that is simple yet engaging, and content that is thorough yet lively. With a wise perspective, it examines the current state of affairs, allowing readers to deeply reflect while reading and savor the insights in quiet contemplation, finding resonance in dialogue with the great man. The Life Principles of Benjamin Franklin presents the most beautiful moral cultivation to readers, helping you become a person of high moral character.