“What does mysticism really mean? It means the way to attain knowledge. It's close to philosophy, except in philosophy you go horizontally while in mysticism you go vertically.”
Quote by Elie Wiesel
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Elie Wiesel: Conversations
This book features a series of conversations with Elie Wiesel, delving into his personal reflections on the Holocaust, his life, and his thoughts on various social and moral issues. The discussions provide a glimpse into the mind of a Nobel laureate and a profound understanding of his experiences and beliefs. more
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Elie Wiesel
A renowned Jewish author and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Elie Wiesel is known for his profound literary achievements and for recording and spreading the history of the Holocaust as a survivor. His works deeply reveal the terror of the Nazi Holocaust and the universal nature of human suffering. more
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