“Man is fed with fables through life, and leaves it in the belief he knows something of what has been passing, when in truth he knows nothing but what has passed under his own eyes.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
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The Wisdom of Thomas Jefferson: Including the Jefferson Bible,
The book offers a comprehensive collection of Thomas Jefferson's intellectual contributions, featuring his edited version of the Bible, known as the Jefferson Bible, and other significant documents that reflect his beliefs and ideas on governance, morality, and human rights. more
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more
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