Assembly Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“I therefore beg leave to move that henceforth prayers imploring the assistance of Heaven, and its blessing on our deliberations, be held in this Assembly every morning...”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Assembly Address, 1755
A prayer for divine guidance in governance, seeking heavenly blessing for deliberations
In simple terms: Ask for Heaven’s help in decision making
Key Takeaway
Begin meetings with a prayer for wisdom
Themes
spirituality
governance
humility
Mood
respectful
formal
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- legislative sessions
- council meetings
- public policy discussions
Key Concepts
theology
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can inclusive language honor diverse beliefs?
- What non‑religious alternatives exist for seeking guidance?
A Different Perspective
Secular contexts may reject religious invocations
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