For sin is just this, what man cannot by its very nature do with his whole being; it is possible to silence the conflict in the soul, but it is not possible to uproot it. - Quotes, Quotations & Sayings by Martin Buber

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For sin is just this, what man cannot by its very nature do with his whole being; it is possible to silence the conflict in the soul, but it is not possible to uproot it.

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Martin Buber

Date of birth: 1878-02-08

Date of death: 1965-06-13

Quotes number: 13

Nationality: German

Profession: Philosopher

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