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“For I do not seek to understand in order to believe, but I believe in order to understand. For I believe this: unless I believe, I will not understand.”

Quote by Anselm of Canterbury

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Anselm of Canterbury

Anselm of Canterbury was a significant figure in medieval Christianity, born in 1033 and died on April 21, 1109. He is renowned for his theological thoughts and educational contributions. more

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