Quote by Benjamin Franklin

At twenty years of age the will reigns; at thirty, the wit and at forty, the judgment.

At twenty years of age the will reigns; at thirty, the wit a

Summary

This quote suggests that as a person grows older, different faculties of their mind take precedence. At twenty, one is driven by their willpower and determination. By the age of thirty, wit and cleverness become more prominent, indicating a deeper understanding of the world. Finally, at forty, judgment takes center stage, emphasizing the importance of maturity and wisdom in decision-making. The quote implies a gradual development of these qualities as an individual journeys through life.

By Benjamin Franklin

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