Voltaire
Voltaire (1694-1778) was a leading figure of the Enlightenment known for his wit, advocacy of civil liberties, and criticism of institutions like the church and state. His works, which emphasize tolerance and freedom of thought, remain widely read and celebrated today.
Born on Nov 21, 1694 (330 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 11,818,619 | 10,793 | $45,000 | 41$ |
| Panama | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 3,347 | $76,000 | 59$ |
| Greece | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 6,253 | $190,000 | 114$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,088 | $15,000 | 11$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,231 | $700,000 | 504$ |
| Totals | 5 | 38,172,230 | 28,712 | $1,026,000 | 729$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Switzerland:
Voltaire's ideas were referenced as influential in the context of the Revolution.
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Jamaica:
Baker was the first black woman inducted into France’s Pantheon, joining such luminaries as philosopher Voltaire, scientist Marie Curie and writer Victor Hugo.
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Panama:
Voltaire's quote serves as a warning against accepting absurd ideas in politics.
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Greece:
Voltaire wrote in his philosophical dictionary that fanaticism is a disease from which one cannot be freed for life.
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Tunisia:
Voltaire's works are included in the offerings of Al Kitab, showcasing classic French literature.
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Venezuela:
Voltaire is referenced for criticizing Leibniz's optimistic view of the world in his work 'Candide'.
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Switzerland:
Voltaire considered Marc Aurel to be the 'first among emperors and men'.
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Azerbaijan:
Voltaire was a great thinker whose contributions to Enlightenment were often overlooked.
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Spain:
Voltaire is referenced to highlight the church's historical conflicts with intellectuals.
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Honduras:
Voltaire was skeptical of Rousseau's optimistic view of human nature and advocated for a more practical and utilitarian education.
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