There is no greater mindlessness and absurdity than to force conscience and the spirit with external power, when only their creator has authority for them. (Ferenc Dávid)

There is no greater mindlessness and absurdity than to force conscience and the spirit with external power, when only their creator has authority for them.

Ferenc Dávid

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