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Saint Paul
An apostle who taught the gospel of Christ to the first-century world, significantly contributing to the Christianity through his letters included in the New Testament.
Laozi
Ancient Chinese philosopher and writer, said to be the author of the Tao Te Ching and the founder of philosophical Taoism.
Dalai Lama
Title given to the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, known for advocacy for Tibetans and teaching of Tibetan Buddhism.
Zoroaster
Ancient prophet of Iran and founder of Zoroastrianism, teaching the worship of Ahura Mazda, the Wise Lord, in the context of a cosmic struggle between good and evil.
Joseph Smith
Founder of the Latter Day Saint movement, known for translating the Book of Mormon and establishing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Therese of Lisieux
French Catholic nun who became widely known for her autobiography, 'Story of a Soul,' and for her simple approach to spirituality known as 'the little way.'
Jesus Christ
Central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God. His life and teachings are detailed in the New Testament.
Confucius
Chinese philosopher, educator, and political figure whose thoughts, expressed in the Analects, have greatly influenced East Asian life and thought.
Martin Luther
Initiated the Protestant Reformation in 16th-century Europe by nailing his Ninety-Five Theses to a church door, which challenged the practices of the Catholic Church.
Mohammed
Founder of Islam, considered the last prophet in a series of prophets in Islam. Known for receiving and reciting the verses of the Quran.
Swami Vivekananda
Indian Hindu monk who played a key role in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world.
Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)
Founder of Buddhism, known for achieving enlightenment and sharing insights to help others end suffering.
Guru Nanak
Founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus, known for teaching the belief in one God and the equality of all human beings.
Moses
Major prophet in Abrahamic religions. Led the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt and received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.
Pope Francis
266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his humility, concern for the poor, and commitment to interfaith dialogue.
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