The essence of religion is the knowledge of God which is eternal life. That and nothing less than that is religion. Everything else is on the surface, is superfluous save for the needs of men.
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"The essence of religion is the knowledge of God which is eternal life. That and nothing less than that is religion. Everything else is on the surface, is superfluous save for the needs of men." — Annie Besant #faithspirituality
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The essence of religion is the knowledge of God which is eternal life. That and nothing less than that is religion. Everything else is on the surface, is superfluous save for the needs of men. — Annie Besant
About Annie Besant
Annie Besant was a Philosopher from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1847–1933).
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This quote is attributed to Annie Besant, a Philosopher from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
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Annie Besant lived from 1847 – 1933.
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