Ocupation: Philosopher
Life: February 28, 1823 - October 12, 1892
Birthday: February 28
Death: October 12
The only way of salvation for the world is by returning to thy allegiance.... Firm in my faith, I shall have force to withstand my evil counsellors, my skepticism, which leads me to doubt of the people, my restless spirit which, after truth has been brought to light, impels to go on searching for it.
source: Ernest Renan (1883). “Recollections of My Youth”
topic: Light, People, Evil, Counsellors, Restless Spirit