1 giug 1794 anni - Festival of the Supreme Being

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- Artificial religion, developed by Robespierre and given formal status by National Convention
- In Robespierre's mind it was a diest to God who created the world according to Natural laws
- The purpose was to educate peopel about morlity and virtue
- High point was a festival. Marked by symbolism, pageantry and speeches, celebrating the Enlightenment and regeneration
- Festival featured a gigantic mountain on the Champ de Mars. Featured speeches and gestures from Robespierre
- The festival was popular with the people. The cukt faiked to take hold. Robespierre's centralised control increased his unpopularity

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