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    Thomas More: Saint of Paradox

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    Explore the fascinating contradictions of Thomas More, the Renaissance humanist who wrote 'Utopia' yet prosecuted heretics, and ultimately chose death over betraying his conscience when defying King Henry VIII.

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    “

    I never intend to pin my soul to another man's back. Each person has to answer to God for their own choices.

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