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Explore our hand-picked selection of 13 inspiring quotes by Abbe Pierre.

About Abbe Pierre

  • Born: August 5, 1912
  • Died: 2007
  • Occupation: Priest
    • Providence was well aware what lay ahead for me, and my capuchin training was to prepare me for it.
    Training Providence Wells
    Those seven years in the cloister were the key to my life.
    Keys Years Seven Years
    My family background was deeply christian.
    Family Christian Backgrounds
    People are needed to take up the challenge, strong people, who proclaim the truth, throw it in people's faces, and do what they can with their own two hands.
    Strong Hands Two
    It's true that humanity has seen a succession of crises, wars and atrocities, but this negative side is offset by advances in technology and cultural exchanges.
    War Technology Humanity
    The process of my transformation came to a head with my discovery of st. francis of assisi during a pilgrimage i went on with a scout troop from my school.
    School Discovery St Francis Of Assisi
    What i would say to the young men and women who are beset by hopelessness and doubt is that they should go and see what is being done on the ground to fight poverty, not like going to the zoo but to take action, to open their hearts and their consciences.
    Zoos Heart Fighting
    After the war, prompted by the cardinal archbishop of paris, i entered parliament so that a priest could speak out for the poor, as canon law at that time still permitted.
    War Paris Speaks Out
    I came from a wealthy family. i made over my share of the estate to various charities.
    Charity Share Made
    When they are assailed by despair, young people should let universal concerns into their lives.
    People Despair Should
    Illness has always brought me nearer to a state of grace.
    Grace Illness States
    A smile costs less than electricity, but gives much light .
    Light Giving Cost
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