Quote by Voltaire

The Holy Roman Empire is neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire.

The Holy Roman Empire is neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Emp

Summary

This quote is often attributed to Voltaire, and it is a humorous critique of the the Holy Roman Empire. By stating that it is neither holy, nor Roman, nor an empire, the quote highlights the ironic and contradictory nature of the political entity. It suggests that the Holy Roman Empire lacked the characteristics commonly associated with those terms, raising questions about its legitimacy and effectiveness as a governing body.

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