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“Most of the things that really matter require faith. How do I know that my wife loves me? How do I know that Mozarts Jupiter Symphony is sublime and beautiful? There are all sorts of things which come at a more lowly level than that - How do I know that two plus two equals four? There are different layers, different types of knowing.”

Quote by N. T. Wright

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N.T. Wright, born on December 1, 1948, is a British theologian, writer, and scholar. He served as the Bishop of Durham and is one of the most influential figures in contemporary Christian theology. Wright is known for his in-depth research into the Bible and his contributions to the study of Christian history. more

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