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Sinners often speak the truth. And saints have led people astray. Examine what is said, not the one who says it.
Anthony de Mello
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Anthony de Mello
Age: 55 †
Born: 1931
Born: September 4
Died: 1987
Died: June 2
Philosopher
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Bombay
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