"The truest influence we can have on a man is from his own mind."

Alexandre Vinet (1797 - 1847)
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About Alexandre Vinet

Alexandre Vinet (1797-1847) was a Swiss theologian, critic, and philosopher. He is known for his work in French literature and Protestant theology. Vinet was a professor at the University of Lausanne and a key figure in the revival of Reformed theology in the 19th century. He was a prominent critic of the Catholic Church and advocated for freedom of conscience and religious tolerance.

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