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Robert Baden-Powell
Robert Baden-Powell

Robert Baden-Powell was a British writer best known for his contribution to the Scouting movement. Born on February 22, 1857, and passing away on January 8, 1941, Baden-Powell achieved recognition in military, literature, and social activities. His Scouting movement has influenced millions of young people worldwide. more

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“Who would have believed that the daughters of that mighty city would one day be wandering as servants and slaves on the shores of Egypt and Africa, or that Bethlehem would daily receive noble Romans, distinguished ladies, brought up in wealth and now reduced to beggary? I cannot help them all, but I grieve and weep with them, and am completely absorbed in the duties which charity imposes on me. I have put aside my commentary on Ezekiel and almost all study. For today we must translate the precepts of the Scriptures into deeds; instead of speaking saintly words, we must act them.”