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In the courageous standing of uncertainty, faith shows most visibly its dynamic character.

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Paul Tillich
Age: 79 †
Born: 1886
Born: August 20
Died: 1965
Died: October 22
Philosopher
Theologian
University Teacher
Paul Johannes Oskar Tillich
Paul Johannes Tillich
Faith
Shows
Character
Visibly
Dynamic
Courageous
Uncertainty
Standing

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