George Fox
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0George Fox, a prominent figure in 17th-century England, was the founder of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as the Quakers. Born in 1624, Fox was a charismatic and influential religious leader known for his unyielding commitment to pacifism, equality, and the belief in the "Inner Light" – the idea that every individual could have a direct and personal relationship with God. Despite facing persecution for his unconventional views, Fox played a key role in shaping the Quaker movement, emphasizing simplicity, social justice, and the rejection of formal rituals in worship.
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