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Quote by Clarence Darrow
The origin of the absurd idea of immortal life is easy to discover

The origin of the absurd idea of immortal life is easy to discover it is kept alive by hope and fear, by childish faith, and by cowardice. – Clarence Darrow

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Chase after the truth like all hell and youll free yourself, even though you never touch its coat tails. – Clarence Darrow

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