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Mar 12, 2008, 09:56 PM
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I would have to say johannes gutenberg, inventor of the moveable press
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Mar 13, 2008, 11:43 AM
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I must say that Oprah is an inspiration in my historical view... she may not be the majority's image of perfection or labeled a saint however...
She personifies the idea that anyone of any race, gender or economic background can rise above all odds and become successful. She has changed her life and the lives of others for the better!
She's a leader and her philanthropy knows no boundaries :)
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Mar 13, 2008, 04:52 PM
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Oprah? You said, Oprah? Well, Bill Cosby, Bill Gates, John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
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Mar 13, 2008, 04:59 PM
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I am sorry but I did not realize that there was a better man, leader, guide or teacher for that matter than JESUS CHRIST
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Mar 16, 2008, 11:52 AM
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Personally for me I find the all the Messengers and Prophets (peace be upon them) an inspiration.
From the among them especially Jesus (alaihi salaam) and Muhammad (pbuh).
Mohamed the prophet
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Mar 16, 2008, 12:04 PM
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Well---history has sooooo many aspects.
Social, political, geographical, technological, religious---who can say that Adolf Hitler or Mother Theresa had any more impact on the world than a man who shared his last meal with another who was hungry, or with a slave who picked up a dropped military message and gave it back to the messenger, rather than give it to the enemy?
I think EVERY person has equal impact on our world, and on history. It's just that the media doesn't get everyone's name ;)
If I had to choose a FAMOUS historical figure, I'm going to have to rob from Orson Scott Card and say Columbus. Had he chosen to go on Crusade instead of lobby to go to the new world, the entire history of our world would be drastically different.
I have to add, though, that the art critic that p1ssed Hitler off so badly that it caused him to hate so voraciously would be JUST as important, don't you think?
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Mar 16, 2008, 12:09 PM
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Not sure if this has been mentioned... All Holocaust Survivors. Bless their beautiful souls.
And I think my feet ache. Sheesh.
p.s. and of course those who did not survive. Still hereos and still Inspirational... and Still amazing.!
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Mar 16, 2008, 12:25 PM
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Okay... I just want to point out (before I get flamed)--
I completely misread the question.
The question asks for "inspirational". I somehow read that as "Influential".
I'm so dumb.
I'll delete my answer if you want, HC>
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Mar 17, 2008, 09:46 AM
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Oh no, no need to delete Synn. Influential and inspirational are kindred terms... I think they may actually be equal and opposite at the same time... one can be influential without being inspirational, but one can hardly be inspirational without being influential.
I actually enjoyed reading your post.
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Mar 17, 2008, 10:02 AM
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We open our hearts without fear in order to love
We open our souls without fear in order to trust
We open our minds without fear in order to learn
We open our hands without fear in order to provide a gentle touch
May we continue to do all of this - without fear, even when hurt finds a place to call home.
Edit - Sorry forgot to indicate just some thoughts from Allheart.
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Mar 17, 2008, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Allheart
We open our hearts without fear in order to love
We open our souls without fear in order to trust
We open our minds without fear in order to learn
We open our hands without fear in order to provide a gentle touch
May we continue to do all of this - without fear, even when hurt finds a place to call home.
Edit - Sorry forgot to indicate just some thoughts from Allheart.
LMAO - Sorry I thought this was the Quote thread. Synn got you beat. :o Oh heck how funny.
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Mar 29, 2008, 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by HistorianChick
I'm just wondering who you would describe as the "most inspirational person in history" and why?
I've been trying to narrow it down and haven't had any luck. I have personal heroes (Lincoln) and favorites (Joan of Arc), but I'm not sure I could label them the most inspirational in history.
What do you think?
This is in no way a homework help or a school paper (Have my Masters, done with school... for now! ;) ) I'm simply a historian who loves history!
Hugh Hefner.
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Mar 29, 2008, 08:46 PM
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I say undoubtedly its Father of indian nation MAHATMAGANDHI he is d one who struggled very hard for indian independence,, his patience and peace nature made him every thing,,
I think I never saw a person with that much peace cached within,, what you people think,,
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Apr 24, 2008, 03:28 AM
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In my view-King Louis 14 of France.:)
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Jun 27, 2010, 03:15 AM
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vivekanandha
A man had his life for the world------------ arise, awake and stop not till the goal is reached.
Theory of inspiration, and the right person showing what to do in life.
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Jun 27, 2010, 03:28 AM
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Swami Vivekananda
Arise, awake and stop not still the goal is reached.
Do not believe in a thing because you have read about it in a book.
Do not believe in a thing because another man has said it was true.
Do not believe in words because they are hallowed by tradition.
Find out the truth for yourself. Reason it out. That is realization.
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Jun 27, 2010, 05:08 AM
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This is a thread from 2008 - it is against AMHD rules to post what you have NOT written without giving the source.
It's called plagerism.
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Jun 27, 2010, 12:28 PM
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Swami Vivekananda is listed as the author of most of what was written in posts #35 and #36. Other comment in #35 is presumably by gupsa.
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Jun 27, 2010, 12:58 PM
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I understand that. You understand that. I'm still not sure that this is the appropriate way to quote someone.
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Feb 8, 2012, 08:50 AM
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Definitely muhammad
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