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“You must overcome death by finding God in it.”

Quote by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

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Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin was a French philosopher, theologian, and paleontologist. His thoughts were deeply influenced by evolution and religious faith, proposing concepts of 'cosmic consciousness' and 'human unity'. Chardin's works covered various fields such as philosophy, theology, and science, and had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophical and religious thought. more

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Book:Aspects Of the Novel

Source: Aspects Of the Novel

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Source: Aspects Of the Novel

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Book:Aspects Of the Novel

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Author:E. M. Forster

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Author:E. M. Forster

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Book:Aspects Of the Novel

Source: Aspects Of the Novel

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