Ernest Renan
Joseph Ernest Renan (28 February 1823 – 2 October 1892) was a French expert of Middle East ancient languages and civilizations, philosopher and writer, devoted to his native province of Brittany. He is best known for his influential historical works on early Christianity and his political theories, especially concerning nationalism and national identity.
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“He whom God has touched will always be a being apart: he is, whatever he may do, a stranger among men; he is marked by a sign.”
—Ernest Renan (1823–1892)
“To be free in an age like ours, one must be in a position of authority. That in itself would be enough to make me ambitious.”
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