Faith feels itself secure neither with universal consent, nor with tradition, nor with authority. It seeks support of its enemy, reason. (Miguel de Unamuno)

Faith feels itself secure neither with universal consent, nor with tradition, nor with authority. It seeks support of its enemy, reason.

Miguel de Unamuno

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