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“All the great religions contain wise prescriptions relating to the conduct of life, which hold good now as they did when they were promulgated.”

Quote by Nikola Tesla

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Nikola Tesla (July 10, 1856 - January 7, 1943) was a renowned inventor and engineer from Croatia, who later moved to the United States. He is best known for his significant contributions to the fields of electrical transmission and wireless communication. more

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