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Quote by Peter Kreeft

“Be egalitarian regarding persons. Be elitist regarding ideas.”

Quote by Peter Kreeft

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Peter Kreeft is a renowned American philosopher, theologian, and author. Born in 1937, he is known for his contributions to Christian philosophy and logic. Professor Kreeft has taught at several prestigious universities, including Princeton University and the University of California, Berkeley, where he has taught philosophy and theology. His extensive body of work covers a wide range of topics from ethics to religious philosophy. more

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