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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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Someday I hope to write a book where the royalties will pay for the copies I give away. – Clarence Darrow

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