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For some years I deserted religion in favour of Marxism. The republic of goodness seemed more attainable than the Kingdom of God.

For some years I deserted religion in favour of Marxism. The

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In this quote, the speaker describes their period of turning away from religion and embracing Marxism instead. They explain how they found the concept of a society governed by goodness to be more realistic and achievable compared to the religious concept of the Kingdom of God. It implies that during this time, the speaker felt disillusioned or skeptical about religion, perceiving Marxism as a more tangible and desirable alternative for creating a just and idealistic society.

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