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The superstition in which we grew up, Though we may recognize it, does not lose Its power over us.-Not all are free Who make mock of their chains.
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
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Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
Age: 52 †
Born: 1729
Born: January 22
Died: 1781
Died: February 15
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It is medicine, not poison, I offer you.
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