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Meaning
The quote suggests that if an afterlife exists, the best preparation for it is to do good for other people here and now. It links personal happiness with making someone else happy. The message is practical: live generously in this life rather than worrying only about the next one.
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Source
The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll (Vol. 1-12): Complete Edition (2023)
Original Language & Translation
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The phrase appears in the book "The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll (Vol. 1-12): Complete Edition (2023)" by Robert Green Ingersoll (Google Books snippet); no earlier source was checked.
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About Robert Green Ingersoll
American orator and lawyer of the late 19th century, Ingersoll was a prominent figure in freethought and secularism. His sharp wit and eloquent speeches championed reason, science, and skepticism, making him a leading voice against religious dogma. His influence extended beyond rhetoric to advocacy for civil rights and progressive social causes.
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