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Christian, n. One who believes that the New Testament is a divinely…

Quote byAmbrose Bierce · 1842–1914

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: The Devil's Dictionary (1911).

English (original)

Christian, n. One who believes that the New Testament is a divinely inspired book admirably suited to the spiritual needs of his neighbor. One who follows the teachings of Christ so long as they are not inconsistent with a life of sin.

— Ambrose Bierce

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