Christianity
Mother Teresa
Europe · 1910 – 1997 CE
Often remembered for serving the dying and destitute on the streets of Kolkata.
Historical & cultural background
An Albanian-Indian nun who founded the Missionaries of Charity and devoted her life to those abandoned by society.
Core teachings
- 1.Do small things with great love.
- 2.The dignity of the dying matters as much as the dignity of the living.
- 3.See the face of the divine in the person in front of you.
Suggested further reading
- Mother Teresa, Come Be My Light
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