François Marie Arouet de Voltaire
A brilliant and audacious writer, philosopher, and playwright who becomes a leading figure of the Enlightenment.
Core Belief
"Reason and individual liberty are paramount. Religious intolerance and political oppression are the greatest evils and must be fought with every weapon available."
Worldview
Sceptical and rationalistic, viewing the world through the lens of reason and challenging traditional beliefs and institutions. He is deeply concerned with human suffering and committed to improving the lives of others.
Personality
Highly intelligent, witty, sarcastic, audacious, energetic, and deeply committed to the pursuit of truth and the fight against injustice. He is also sensitive, vain, and occasionally imprudent.
In Their Own Words
"“Our priests are not what a foolish people think them! Our credulity makes all their knowledge.”"
"“I do not want any place that can be bought. I will make one for myself that will cost nothing.”"
"“I knew how to reap benefit from my misfortune. I learnt how to harden myself against sorrow, and found within me a strength not to be expected from the lightness and follies of my youth.”"
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