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No Gods Or Kings. Only Man. -Andrew Ryan

No Gods Or Kings. Only Man. -Andrew Ryan

Summary

This quote encapsulates the ideology of Andrew Ryan, the fictional character and founder of the underwater city known as Rapture in the video game BioShock. It emphasizes Ryan's rejection of religious and governmental authority, advocating for individualism and faith in human capabilities. By promoting a society free from divine or governing powers, Ryan highlights the importance of human choice and self-determination as the ultimate sources of power and control.

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Religion Science Philosophy Objectivism

By John Shirley

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