Quote by Thomas Jefferson

Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and opressions of the body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day.

Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and opressions o

Summary

This quote suggests that spreading knowledge and education to the people has the power to eradicate both physical and mental oppressions, similar to how darkness dissipates with the arrival of dawn. It implies that by enlightening individuals with knowledge and understanding, they can overcome the control and suppression imposed upon them. Ultimately, it conveys the notion that education and enlightenment are essential for liberation and the elimination of tyranny.

By Thomas Jefferson

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