“The more you mow us down, the more numerous we grow; the blood of Christians is seed.”
Quote by Tertullian
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Tertullian
Tertullian, born around 160 and died around 220, was a prominent Christian theologian, philosopher, and author during the Roman Empire. His works had a profound impact on the development of Christian theology, especially his writings such as 'Apology' and 'On the Resurrection', which are still widely studied today. more
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