Famous quote by Adam Weishaupt

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And of all illumination which human reason can give, none is comparable to the discovery of what we are, our nature, our
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"And of all illumination which human reason can give, none is comparable to the discovery of what we are, our nature, our obligations, what happiness we are capable of, and what are the means of attaining it"

- Adam Weishaupt

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This quote by Adam Weishaupt speaks to the significance of comprehending ourselves and our place on the planet. He suggests that the best lighting we can receive is the knowledge of who we are, our function, and what we are capable of attaining. He likewise stresses the value of understanding our obligations and duties, and the ways of accomplishing joy. This quote motivates us to make the effort to reflect on our lives and to aim to comprehend ourselves much better. It is a tip that the greatest knowledge we can get is the understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. By understanding ourselves, we can better understand our obligations and the methods of attaining joy.

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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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