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“The world in which we live can be understood as a result of muddle and accident; but if it is the outcome of deliberate purpose, the purpose must have been that of a fiend. For my part, I find accident a less painful and more plausible hypothesis.”

Quote by Bertrand Russell

Book:Why I Am Not a Christian: And Other Essays on Religion and Related Subjects

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Why I Am Not a Christian: And Other Essays on Religion and Related Subjects

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the author's philosophical and critical views on various religious beliefs and practices, exploring the influence of religion on personal and societal levels. more

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Bertrand Russell

Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more

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