Teresa

Mother Teresa is the embodiment of active charity. She took care of the poorest of the poor, the dieing and the lepers on the streets of Calcutta. She is revered by countless people around the world, many of whom see her as a modern saint: "The Saint of the Gutters". Her commitment for human dignity was honored in 1979 when she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Yet she was also a controversial person with her radical criticism of all forms of abortion. She founded an order "Missionaries of Charity" that remains active in many countries.

Life and work: A short biography details the most important events in the life of Mother Teresa.		Quotes and speeches: In addition to the Nobel Peace Prize speech and short quotes, you will also find a selection of prayers.
Background: The poverty on the streets of Calcutta forms the background to Mother Teresa's work.		Materials: Obituaries and press reports following the death of Mother Teresa in 1997 serve in emphasizing her importance.
Link list: We have chosen a few links to further websites offering information on Mother Teresa.	Quote	"She promoted peace in the most basic of ways by strengthening the inviolability of human dignity." [John Sannes, Nobel Prize speech 1979]

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