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“What passes out of one's mouth passes into a hundred ears. It is a great misfortune not to have sense enough to speak well.”

Quote by Desiderius Erasmus

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Desiderius Erasmus
Desiderius Erasmus

Desiderius Erasmus was a Dutch humanist, scholar, and theologian who played a pivotal role in the Northern Renaissance. He is renowned for his scholarly contributions, particularly his translation of the New Testament into Latin and his commentary on the Bible. Erasmus was a critic of the Church and a proponent of reform, making him a controversial figure in his era. more

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