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One of the most interesting and harmful delusions to which men and nations can be subjected is that of imagining themselves special instruments of the Divine Will.

One of the most interesting and harmful delusions to which m

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This quote explores the dangerous concept of believing that individuals or nations are chosen by a divine power to carry out a specific mission. It suggests that considering oneself as "special instruments of the Divine Will" is not only intriguing but also harmful. It warns against the delusion and arrogance that can arise from such a belief, indicating that it can lead to disastrous consequences and an inflated sense of one's own importance.

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