“One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.”

— Albert Schweitzer · Courage quote

“One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.”

— ALBERT SCHWEITZER

Theologian and physician · 1875 – 1965

Albert Schweitzer was an Alsatian theologian, musician and physician who founded a hospital at Lambaréné in Gabon and served there for decades. His philosophy of reverence for life and his Bach scholarship earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952.

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