Quote by Bertrand Russell

The root of the matter the thing I mean is love, Christian love, or compassion. If you feel this, you have a motive for existence, a guide for action, a reason for courage, an imperative necessity for intellectual honesty.

The root of the matter the thing I mean is love, Christian l

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This quote emphasizes the importance of love and compassion in life. It suggests that experiencing and embracing Christian love serves as a fundamental motive for existing, guiding our actions, giving us the courage to face challenges, and highlighting the necessity for intellectual honesty. Love, in this context, is seen as an essential and driving force that adds meaning and purpose to our lives.

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