
Born François Marie Arouet in Paris,
Voltaire was the embodiment of eighteenth century Enlightenment. Author of
Lettres philosophiques 1734,
Candide 1759 and the
Dictionnaire philosophique 1764, his ideas were an important influence on the intellectual climate leading to the
French Revolution. Further online information is available from the
Voltaire Foundation.
"I die adoring God, loving my friends, not hating my enemies, and detesting superstition."
Initiated: April 7, 1778
Loge des Neuf SoeursParis, France.
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