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Benjamin Franklin Quotes about Wit

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An ounce of wit that is bought, Is worth a pound that is taught.

An ounce of wit that is bought, Is worth a pound that is taught.

Benjamin Franklin “Poor Richard Day by Day”, Lulu.com

Many would live by their Wits, but break for want of Stock.

Benjamin Franklin (2007). “Poor Richard's Almanack”, p.58, Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.

Half-wits talk much, but say little.

Benjamin Franklin (2006). “Wisdom and Wit from Poor Richard's Almanack”, p.22, Peter Pauper Press, Inc.

Some books we read, tho' few there are that hit the happy point where wisdom joins with wit.

Benjamin Franklin (2004). “Poor Richard's Almanack”, p.131, Barnes & Noble Publishing