Quote by: Edward Gibbon

The various modes of worship which prevailed in the Roman world were all considered by the people as equally true; by the philosopher as equally false; and by the magistrate as equally useful.


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  • NameEdward Gibbon
  • DescriptionEnglish historian and Member of Parliament
  • BornMay 8, 1737
  • DiedJanuary 16, 1794
  • CountryUnited Kingdom; England
  • ProfessionHistorian; Writer
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