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“Judaism to me, as badly as I practiced it, what I've always loved about it was its total embrace of complexity, its admission of unknowability.”

Quote by Ben Marcus

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Ben Marcus, born on October 11, 1967, is an acclaimed American author known for his unique literary style and profound thematic explorations. His works span across various genres, including science fiction, literary criticism, and novels. more

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