Quote by Jean Jacques Rousseau

Let the trumpet of the day of judgment sound when it will, I shall appear with this book in my hand before the Sovereign Judge, and cry with a loud voice, This is my work, there were my thoughts, and thus was I. I have freely told both the good and the bad, have hid nothing wicked, added nothing good.

Let the trumpet of the day of judgment sound when it will, I

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This quote by philosopher and writer Jean-Jacques Rousseau expresses his unwavering confidence and integrity in his work. He asserts that he will proudly present his book before the Day of Judgment, boldly declaring that it represents his true self. Rousseau claims to have openly shared both his virtues and flaws without concealing any wrongdoing or embellishing any good qualities. In doing so, he presents himself as authentic and transparent, unafraid to be judged for who he truly is.

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