Our reading for February 10th is a quote from a renowned 14th century astronomer and mathematician who's life and legacy undoubtedly effects each of us in the 21st century.
Born on February 15, 1564, in Pisa, Italy, Galileo Galilei was a mathematics professor who made pioneering observations of nature with long-lasting implications for the study of physics. He also constructed a telescope and supported the Copernican theory, which supports a sun-centered solar system.
His words, "You cannot teach a man anything, you can only help him find it within himself" (www.biography.com), certainly supports the reality of the idea "free hand-outs" do little but help in the short term. Long term success and happiness MUST come from within, our use of our own personal abilities and potential to survive on our own.
Keep looking up. :) AJ
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