“Ridicule is the only weapon which can be used against unintelligible propositions. Ideas must be distinct before reason can act upon them; and no man ever had a distinct idea of the trinity. It is the mere Abracadabra of the mountebanks calling themselves the priests of Jesus.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
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The Jefferson Bible: With the Annotated Commentaries on Religion of Thomas Jefferson
The Jefferson Bible is a collection of biblical passages that Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, curated and annotated. Jefferson, a prominent figure in American history, was known for his deism and his belief in a separation of church and state. This book reflects his selection of texts that he deemed to be the essence of moral and ethical teachings, omitting what he considered to be supernatural elements. The annotated commentaries provide insight into Jefferson's philosophical and religious views. more
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more
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