Benjamin Franklin also spoke highly of Christianity while making clear that he did not always agree with some of the doctrines of particular denominations (though he rarely specified which ones). He encouraged his daughter, “Be a good girl, and don’t forget your Catechise. read more
Category: Culture Wars/Popular Culture August 7, 2013 2,228 3 Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) is one of the most popular of America’s founders. read more
Benjamin Franklin's Creed A few weeks before his death at age 84, Benjamin Franklin summarized his religious beliefs, in terms with which I could readily associate myself: You desire to know something of my religion. read more
Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) is one of the most popular of America’s founders. He is well known for helping to draft the Declaration of Independence and taking part in the Constitutional Convention that led to the US Constitution. read more
A few weeks before his death at age 84, Benjamin Franklin summarized his religious beliefs, in terms with which I could readily associate myself: You desire to know something of my religion. read more