Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass: Born as Frederick Augustus Washington Bail(e)y. (Cordova, Talbot County (Maryland), 14 February[1] 1818 – Washington, 20 February 1895). American abolitionist, Republican, editor, publicist, politician and reformer. He was one of the leading proponents of the abolition of slavery and is considered one of the most influential writers and speakers in American history. Knowledge… Lees verder Frederick Douglass

Saadi

Abū Muṣliḥ bin Abdallāh Shīrāzī: (Shiraz, 1184/1210 – 1283/1291?). Better known by his pseudonym Saadi or Saʿdī. One of the best-known Persian poets of the Middle Ages. He is known not only for the quality of his works but also for the depth of his social thoughts. Errors live in close proximity to the truth… Lees verder Saadi

Imam Ali

Two things define you: your patience when you have nothing and your attitude when you have everything. Sit with the poor and your gratefulness will increase.

Euripides

Euripides: (c. 480 BC – 406 BC). One of the three great Greek tragedy poets, alongside Sophokles, with whom he was a personal friend, and Aeschylos. One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives. Let no one think of me that I am humble or weak or passive; let them understand I am of a… Lees verder Euripides