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“Do not fear your enemies. The worst they can do is kill you. Do not fear friends. At worst, they may betray you. Fear those who do not care; they neither kill nor betray, but betrayal and murder exists because of their silent consent.”

Quote by Bruno Jasienski

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Bruno Jasienski

Bruno Jasienski, born on July 17, 1901, was a prominent Polish poet. His poetry is characterized by its love for life and profound insight into human nature, and is considered one of the representatives of modern Polish poetry. more

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