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Quote by Johann Adam Schall von Bell
Schall has more influence upon the emperor than any viceroy, or than the most respected prince, and the name of Father Adam is better known in China than the name of any famous man is in Europe.
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The quote presents Schall as more influential with the emperor than powerful officials or princes. It also says that Father Adam is known throughout China to an exceptional degree—more widely, by comparison, than any famous person is known in Europe. The point is to stress both extraordinary political influence and remarkable public recognition.
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