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Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

“Rightness of limitation is essential for growth of reality.”

Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

Book:RELIGION IN THE MAKING

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RELIGION IN THE MAKING

This comprehensive work delves into the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped the evolution of religion, examining various religious traditions and their influences on society. more

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Alfred North Whitehead

Alfred North Whitehead was a British mathematician, philosopher, born on February 15, 1861, and died on December 30, 1947. He is known for his contributions to mathematics, logic, philosophy, and the philosophy of science, particularly for his co-authorship of 'Principia Mathematica' with Bertrand Russell. more

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