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“If belief in the existence of God is predicted to lead to a feeling of contentment, and the prediction is fulfilled, does it follow that God exists? Surely not. All that would follow would be the desireability of the belief.”

Quote by Richard Posner

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Richard Posner, born on January 11, 1939, is an American jurist, economist, and author. He has made significant contributions to the fields of law and economics, particularly renowned for his work in law and economics. more

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