“Words . . . present a picture of the inward man.”
Quote by John Mott
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John Mott
John Mott, born on May 25, 1865, and died on January 31, 1955, was an influential American figure in the fields of religion and education. Limited information is available, but Mott is known for his work with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) and his promotion of the youth movement globally. more
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