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“Ultimately evil is done not so much by evil people, but by good people who do not know themselves and who do not probe deeply.”

Quote by Reinhold Niebuhr

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Reinhold Niebuhr

Reinhold Niebuhr was a prominent American theologian whose work on Christian ethics and social ethics had a profound impact on the 20th century. He was a key figure in theological discourse, particularly for his exploration of the nature of sin and the church's role in society. Niebuhr's theological thought has influenced various Christian denominations and has had a lasting effect on political and social thought. more

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