Quote by Marquis de Sade

The ultimate triumph of philosophy would be to cast light upon the mysterious ways in which Providence moves to achieve the designs it has for man.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the greatest achievement of philosophy would be to provide clarity and understanding about the enigmatic means through which destiny unfolds to fulfil its intentions for humanity. It implies that by comprehending the mysterious workings of Providence, philosophy would offer insights into the plans and purposes that govern our lives and influence our future. Essentially, the quote emphasizes the importance of philosophy in unraveling the intricacies of divine or universal guidance in shaping human existence.

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Philosophy

By Marquis de Sade

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