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“If you have two religions in your land, the two will cut each other’s throats; but if you have thirty religions, they will dwell in peace”

Quote by Voltaire

Book:The Portable Voltaire

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The Portable Voltaire

This volume includes a selection of Voltaire's essays, letters, and philosophical writings, showcasing his wit, satire, and advocacy for Enlightenment values. more

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Voltaire, a French Enlightenment philosopher, writer, and thinker, was born on November 21, 1694, and died on May 30, 1778. He had a profound impact on philosophy, literature, and science in France and Europe with his sharp wit and critical spirit. more

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