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“The overwhelming majority of people, including Christians, are materialists. They do not believe in the power of spirit. They believe only in material power.”

Quote by Nikolai Berdyaev

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Nikolai Berdyaev

Russian philosopher born on March 18, 1874, and died on March 23, 1948. Nikolai Berdyaev is known for his contributions to religious philosophy, existentialism, and liberalism. more

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