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Thomas Paine

I believe in the equality of man and I believe that religious duties consist in doing justice, loving mercy, and endeavoring to make our fellow-creatures happy.

Thomas Paine

Equality

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Thomas Paine is saying that all people are fundamentally equal and that true religious practice involves acting fairly, showing kindness, and trying to improve the well-being of others. He connects moral behavior directly to treating others justly and compassionately rather than following rituals or dogma.

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