“All national institutions of churches, whether Jewish, Christian or Turkish, appear to me no other than human inventions, set up to terrify and enslave mankind, and monopolize power and profit.”
Quote by Thomas Paine
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The Theological Works of Thomas Paine
This book includes various essays and treatises that explore Paine's philosophical and theological views, offering insights into his thoughts on religion and society during the Enlightenment. more
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“Belief in a cruel God makes a cruel man.”
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Source: Thomas Paine on Liberty: Including Common Sense and Other Writings
