“If there be gods we cannot help them, but we can assist our fellow men. We cannot love the inconceivable, but we can love wife and child and friend.”
Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
Work
Superstition and Other Essays
This book delves into the origins, prevalence, and impact of superstitions across different societies and cultures. It examines the psychological and social factors that contribute to the persistence of these beliefs, offering insights into human behavior and societal norms. more
Author
Robert Green Ingersoll
Robert Green Ingersoll was a prominent lawyer, orator, and freethinker. Born on August 11, 1833, and died on July 21, 1899, he was one of the most celebrated orators in 19th-century America. Known for his criticism of religion and government, Ingersoll was a leading advocate for individual freedom. more
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