Skip to content

Crowds Quote by Benjamin Franklin

“The man that walks wit crowd, will get no farther than the crowd. The man that walks alone, will reach places unknown.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
Download Open image
“The man that walks wit crowd, will get no farther than the crowd. The man that walks alone, will reach places unknown.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

Source Letter: 1750 correspondence

Conformity limits progress; individuality opens new possibilities.

In simple terms: Going alone leads to new places.

Key Takeaway

Embrace individuality to discover new paths.

Themes

individuality exploration nonconformity

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • entrepreneurship
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

existentialism personal freedom

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it wise to follow the crowd?
  • What costs does solitude bring?
A Different Perspective

Risk of isolation can increase uncertainty.

3.2 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Benjamin Franklin

Explore all 1,692 Benjamin Franklin quotes

More Crowds quotes

Browse all 2,078 Crowds quotes