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“To attempt to be religious without practicing a specific religion is as possible as attempting to speak without a specific language.”

Quote by George Santayana

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George Santayana

George Santayana was an American philosopher, essayist, and critic renowned for his unique philosophical thoughts and profound insights into culture, art, and science. His philosophy emphasizes individualism, naturalism, and pragmatism, and his works have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy and culture. more

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