Quote by E.A. Bucchianeri

The devil has not vanished simply because people refuse to believe he exists, no more than God has...

The devil has not vanished simply because people refuse to b

Summary

This quote suggests that the existence of something does not depend on whether or not people believe in it. It raises the idea that just because people deny the existence of the devil or God, it does not mean that they cease to exist. It implies that beliefs or perceptions do not alter the reality or non-reality of a concept or entity.

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Truth God Good Evil Devil Good And Evil Truths Hard Truths Tough Wisdom

By E.A. Bucchianeri

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