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The will of man has no power whatever over his opinions; he must, and…

Quote byRobert Owen · 1771–1858

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: A New View of Society (1813-1816).

English (original)

The will of man has no power whatever over his opinions; he must, and ever did, and ever will, believe what has been, is, or may be impressed on his mind by his predecessors, and the circumstances which surround him.

— Robert Owen

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