“Which is more dangerous: fanaticism or atheism? Fanaticism is certainly a thousand times more deadly; for atheism inspires no bloody passion whereas fanaticism does; atheism is opposed to crime and fanaticism causes crimes to be committed.”
Quote by Voltaire
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Philosophical Dictionary
This book serves as an authoritative guide to the language and ideas of philosophy, offering in-depth explanations of various philosophical terms and concepts, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the discipline. more
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