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THE JERUSALEM (Almost) NOBODY KNOWS.

Aelia Capitolina was a Roman city established in the 2nd century CE on the ruins of Jerusalem after the destruction of the city by the Romans during the First Jewish-Roman War (70 CE) and its further desolation following the Bar Kokhba revolt (132–135 CE). It was...

Apolinario Mabini, Deist

Apolinario Mabini (1864–1903), often called the "Brains of the Philippine Revolution," was a pivotal figure in the struggle for Philippine independence from Spanish and later American rule. Born into a humble family in Tanauan, Batangas, Mabini overcame early poverty...

Thomas Jefferson, Deist

Thomas Jefferson, Deist

Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, played a significant role in shaping the discourse around deism in early America. Deism, a philosophical belief in a rational God discernible through reason and the observation of nature, was central to...

Abraham Lincoln, Deist

Abraham Lincoln, Deist

Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865), the 16th President of the United States, is remembered primarily for his leadership during the Civil War and his role in abolishing slavery. However, his religious beliefs and philosophical leanings have also intrigued scholars,...

How to Determine Truth

"There is no truth. There is only perception," Gustave FlaubertThe quote speaks to a profound philosophical view on the nature of reality and human understanding. Flaubert suggests that what we often consider to be "truth" is, in reality, subjective and shaped by...

Andres Bonifacio, Deist

Andres Bonifacio, Deist

Andres Bonifacio (1863–1897), known as the "Father of the Philippine Revolution," is celebrated for his pivotal role in leading the movement for Philippine independence against Spanish colonial rule. While his legacy is primarily rooted in his revolutionary...

Thomas Paine, Deist

Thomas Paine, Deist

Thomas Paine (1737–1809) was a revolutionary thinker and writer whose works significantly shaped political and religious thought in the 18th century. Known for his impassioned advocacy for independence and human rights, Paine's legacy extends beyond his political...