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If passion sometimes counsels greater boldness than does reflection, it gives more strength to execute it.
Luc de Clapiers
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Luc de Clapiers
Age: 31 †
Born: 1715
Born: August 6
Died: 1747
Died: May 28
Essayist
Military Personnel
Philosopher
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Aix
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Passion
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Doe
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Strength
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