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Simone Weil Quotes

A mind enclosed in language is in prison.
Simone Weil

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Philosopher Quotes
Category:
French Philosopher Quotes
Date of Birth:
February 3, 1909
Date of Death:
August 24, 1943
Nationality:
French
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Enclosed, Language, Mind, Prison
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