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It may be said that modern Europe with teachers who inform it that its realist instincts are beautiful, acts ill and honors what is ill.
Julien Benda
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"It may be said that modern Europe with teachers who inform it that its realist instincts are beautiful, acts ill and honors what is ill."
— Julien Benda

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It may be said that modern Europe with teachers who inform it that its realist instincts are beautiful, acts ill and honors what is ill. — Julien Benda

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Julien Benda was a Philosopher from France (1867–1956).

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Who said "It may be said that modern Europe with teachers who inform it that its realist…"?
This quote is attributed to Julien Benda, a Philosopher from France.
When did Julien Benda live?
Julien Benda lived from 1867 – 1956.