James Sheridan Knowles
James Sheridan Knowles, born on May 12, 1784, in Ireland, and died on November 30, 1862. He was a prominent American dramatist of the 19th century, known for his significant contributions to the art of theater.
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Bodhidharma, also known as Daruma, is one of the founders of Chan Buddhism (Zen). He is believed to be from South India and is venerated as the 'First Patriarch of Chan in the East'. His life story is largely mythologized, and his exact birth and death dates are unknown.