Quote by Finley Peter Dunne

A fanatic is a man that does what he thinks the Lord would do if He knew the facts of the case.

A fanatic is a man that does what he thinks the Lord would d

Summary

This quote suggests that a fanatic is someone who is unyieldingly dedicated to their beliefs or cause. It implies that a fanatic's actions are based on what they believe the divine or higher power would do if they had all the relevant information. This highlights the unwavering loyalty and commitment of fanatics to their own interpretation of truth or justice, often disregarding alternative perspectives or rational thinking.

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Fanaticism

By Finley Peter Dunne

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