I am a good Protestant, and in the full sense of the term, for from the bottom of my soul, I protest against everything that is said, and everything that is done.
Pierre BayleAbout author
- Author's profession: Philosopher
- Nationality: french
- Born: November 18, 1647
- Died: December 28, 1706
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