The superstitious man wishes he did not believe in gods, as… - Plutarch

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The superstitious man wishes he did not believe in gods, as the atheist does not, but fears to disbelieve in them.

Plutarch

belief disbelief atheist wish gods fear superstitious

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About Plutarch

Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus (c. 46 – 120) was a Greek historian, biographer, and essayist.

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Native Name: L. Mestrius Plutarchus • Πλούταρχος

Alternative Names: Plutarchus • Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus • Plutarchos • Plutarch of Chaeronea • Ploutarchos

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