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It was the full conviction of this, and of what could be done, if every man were placed in the office for which he was f
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"It was the full conviction of this, and of what could be done, if every man were placed in the office for which he was fitted by nature and a proper education, which first suggested to me the plan of Illumination"

- Adam Weishaupt

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Adam Weishaupt's quote talks to the power of education and the capacity of people when they are placed in the best environment. He believes that if everyone was offered the chance to pursue their natural talents and receive an appropriate education, they could reach their full potential. This idea of Illumination, or knowledge, was the driving force behind Weishaupt's strategy. He believed that education was the key to unlocking the capacity of people and that it could be used to develop a much better society. Weishaupt's quote is a suggestion of the value of education and the potential of individuals when they are given the chance to pursue their passions. It is a call to action for individuals to make the most of the opportunities offered to them and to pursue a much better future.

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Adam Weishaupt This quote is written / told by Adam Weishaupt between February 6, 1748 and November 18, 1830. He was a famous Clergyman from Germany. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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