Albert Schweitzer
Theologian, organist, philosopher, and physician
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πBiography
Albert Schweitzer was an Alsatian polymath. He was a theologian, organist, writer, humanitarian, philosopher, and physician. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his philosophy of 'Reverence for Life' and his medical missionary work in Africa.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Nobel Peace Prize laureate (1952)
- β¦Founded the Schweitzer Hospital in LambarΓ©nΓ©
- β¦Developed the philosophy of 'Reverence for Life'
π¬Famous Quotes
"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.
"Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.
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