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Man's ultimate concern must be expressed symbolically, because symbolic language alone is able to express the ultimate.
Paul Tillich
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About Paul Tillich

Paul Tillich was a Theologian from Germany (1886–1965).

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This quote is attributed to Paul Tillich, a Theologian from Germany.
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Paul Tillich lived from 1886 – 1965.