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“The belief in eternal torment, still subscribed to by fundamentalist Christian denominations, undoubtedly ranks as the most vicious and reprehensible doctrine of classical Christianity. It has resulted in an incalculable amount of psychological torture, especially among children where it is employed as a terror tactic to prompt obedience.”

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George H. Smith
George H. Smith

George H. Smith, born on February 10, 1949, is a renowned author whose works span across multiple genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and mystery novels. more

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