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“The Allwise Creator hath been dishonored by being made the author of fable and the human mind degraded by believing it.”

Quote by Thomas Paine

Book:The Age of Reason: Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology

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The Age of Reason: Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology

This work is a comprehensive exploration of religious beliefs, distinguishing between genuine and mythical theological concepts, and its impact on human understanding and societal structures. more

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Thomas Paine, born on February 9, 1737, and died on June 8, 1809, was a prominent American writer, political figure, and philosopher during the American Revolutionary War. He is renowned for his radical democratic ideas and his contributions to the American independence movement. more

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