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Quote by Paul Tillich

“Accept the fact that you are accepted, despite the fact that you are unacceptable.”

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Paul Tillich (August 20, 1886 - October 22, 1965) was a German-American philosopher and theologian known for his profound contributions to religious philosophy, particularly on the concept of religious existence. His ideas have had a significant impact on 20th-century religious philosophy, theology, and theological ethics. more

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