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“Не много стоят люди, не могущие отличить ласточку от коршуна! Но что заслуживают те, кто, ощипывая орла, думаю приготовить из него кривобокую утку!”

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Agni-Yoga

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Nicholas Roerich
Nicholas Roerich

Nicholas Roerich was a Russian painter known for his symbolic and romantic style. His works often contained profound philosophical and religious themes, which had a profound impact on 20th-century art. more

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