Quote by Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

In my life, I have prayed but one prayer: oh Lord, make my enemies ridiculous. And God granted it.

In my life, I have prayed but one prayer: oh Lord, make my e

Summary

This humorous quote, attributed to Voltaire, suggests that the speaker's sole prayer to the divine was to make their enemies appear foolish. While conveyed lightheartedly, it subtly touches upon the idea of seeking divine intervention for personal satisfaction or revenge. The quote may reflect the human desire to witness our opponents or adversaries experience embarrassment or comedic situations, highlighting the frailty and imperfections of our enemies while potentially invoking a sense of amusement for ourselves.

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By Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

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