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Quote by Voltaire on the Importance of Work

„Work spares us from three evils: boredom, vice, and need.“

VoltaireVoltaire explains how work protects against boredom, vice, and need, conveying important life values.
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Voltaire, born François-Marie Arouet, was an 18th-century French philosopher, writer, and Enlightenment thinker known for his wit and advocacy of freedom of speech and tolerance.

This quote by Voltaire emphasizes the value of work as protection against negative states such as boredom, immoral behavior, and poverty.


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François-Marie Arouet (1694–1778), better known by his pen name Voltaire, was a leading figure of the Enlightenment. His works include philosophy, plays, essays, and letters. Voltaire passionately defended human rights, criticized religion, and advocated freedom of expression, making him a pivotal figure in European intellectual history.

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