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“A celebrated north country apostle, who, after Calvin had damned ninety-nine in a hundred of mankind, had contrived a scheme for damning ninety-nine in a hundred of the followers of Calvin.” quote by William Godwin
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“A celebrated north country apostle, who, after Calvin had damned ninety-nine in a hundred of mankind, had contrived a scheme for damning ninety-nine in a hundred of the followers of Calvin.”

William Godwin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Satirizes Calvinist doctrine by showing its extreme exclusivity applied to its own followers.

In simple terms: Extreme doctrines can become self‑defeating.

Key Takeaway

Question rigid belief systems.

Themes

religion dogma critique

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical satirical

When to use this quote

  • religious debates
  • academic study
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

theology philosophy human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • What doctrines seem exclusive today?
  • How can inclusivity be fostered?
A Different Perspective

Satire may oversimplify complex theology.

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