Greatness Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Let all Men know thee, but no man know thee thoroughly: Men freely ford that see the shallows.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Art of Virtue," 1745
Encourages superficial knowledge of many, but deep understanding of few; warns against shallow judgments.
In simple terms: Know few deeply, not many superficially.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth over breadth.
Themes
knowledge
humility
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- professional networking
- academic study
Key Concepts
epistemology
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Which relationships deserve deeper insight?
- How can you balance breadth and depth?
A Different Perspective
Depth requires time and effort, which may be scarce.
