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The Holy Roman Empire is neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire
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"The Holy Roman Empire is neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire"

- Voltaire

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This quote by Voltaire is a criticism of the Holy Roman Empire, which was an intricate political structure in Europe that lasted from the 10th century to the 19th century. Voltaire is pointing out that the Holy Roman Empire was not actually holy, as it was not a spiritual organization, nor was it Roman, as it was not based in Rome, nor was it an empire, as it was not a combined political entity. Voltaire is making the point that the Holy Roman Empire was a misnomer, and that it was not what it claimed to be. This quote is a tip that we should beware not to take things at stated value, and to question the precision of labels and titles. It is also a pointer that we ought to know the power of words and how they can be used to manipulate and deceive.

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Voltaire This quote is written / told by Voltaire between November 21, 1694 and May 30, 1778. He was a famous Writer from France. The author also have 130 other quotes.

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