Dare Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“If we are industrious, we shall never starve; for, at the workingman's house hunger looks in, but dares not enter. Nor will the bailiff or the constable enter, for industry pays debts, while despair increaseth them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Advice to a Young Tradesman, 1748
Hard work protects against poverty and fear, while neglect leads to growing desperation.
In simple terms: Industry shields from hunger; neglect invites it.
Key Takeaway
Work diligently to avoid hardship.
Themes
industry
poverty
security
responsibility
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- starting a business
- managing finances
- facing unemployment
- dealing with debt
Key Concepts
self‑reliance
economic stability
social order
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance effort with seeking help?
- What societal factors limit the protective power of industry?
A Different Perspective
Hard work alone may not overcome systemic inequality or lack of opportunity.
