Mother Teresa

Honored with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 and canonized a Saint by the Catholic Church in 2016, Mother Teresa was an icon of compassion and service in modern history. Born into a humble background, Mother Teresa entered the nunnery in 1928 with nothing but a profound sense of purpose. Affectionately known as the "Saint of the Gutter," Mother Teresa's lifetime works and legacy saw the establishment of over 750 homes across the globe under the banner of Missionaries of Charity, an organisation she founded. These homes provided sanctuary and care for tens of thousands of individuals afflicted by leprosy, tuberculosis, and various other ailments, as well as those who suffered from poverty and hunger, the homeless, the dying and the abandoned. Mother Teresa's tireless efforts reached the most marginalized members of society, embodying her famous words: "You have to love until it hurts." Currently, Missionaries of Charity operates in more than 130 countries. The order has grown in both faith and service, with over 5000 sisters and over 400 brothers dedicated to helping the needy in different parts of the world. Mother Teresa's life epitomized the essence of humanity. Through her selfless actions and unwavering dedication, she illuminated the path of love, peace, service, hope, and humanity for generations to come. In this book, 100 of Mother Teresa's most Inspiring Quotes on Love, Service, Purpose, and Humanity, were compiled from her interviews, speeches, discussions, writings, and other resources. Through her words, Mother Teresa's profound humanity continues to resonate, offering invaluable insights into the essence of a life lived in service to others.