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Morality will perform all this and Morality is the fruit of Illumination
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"Morality will perform all this; and Morality is the fruit of Illumination"

- Adam Weishaupt

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This quote by Adam Weishaupt recommends that morality is the outcome of enlightenment. He is indicating that when one is enlightened, they will be able to act in a moral way. This is due to the fact that enlightenment brings understanding and understanding, which can result in a higher gratitude of the repercussions of one's actions. Weishaupt is recommending that when one is enlightened, they will have the ability to make decisions that are in line with their moral values. This is since they will be able to see the bigger photo and understand the implications of their decisions. In other words, knowledge can lead to a greater understanding of morality and how it impacts the world. Weishaupt is suggesting that morality is the result of knowledge, which it is only through enlightenment that one can really understand the value of morality.

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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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