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| Jean Vanier, founder of the L'Arche communities |
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Jean Vanier, a Canadian Catholic philosopher, theologian, and humanitarian-cum-philanthropist, died yesterday, May 7, in Paris, of the thyroid cancer at the ripe age of 90. He was the most ardent advocate for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. He was also the founder of the L'Arche (the ark) communities, where these disabled people live and work in dignity, respect, and love.
Physically a giant of a man with a 6-foot-and-4-inch frame, his heart was full of sympathy, empathy, and love for these disadvantaged people. As a result, he expanded his work of service to these people in 37 countries of the world in different continents.
According to the Globe and Mail newspaper, he wrote 30 books, received numerous awards and honours, was named a Companion of the Order of Canada by the Canadian government, was given the Legion of Honour award in France, and the Templeton Prize in England.
For more on him and his work, please read the following:
- L'Arche founder Jean Vanier dies at 90 (May 7, 2019)
- Jean Vanier, Canadian champion of the developmentally disabled, dead at 90 (May 7, 2019)
- Jean Vanier, Canadian crusader for developmentally disabled, dies (May 7, 2019)
- L'Arche founder Jean Vanier established the unique value of an intellectually disabled life (May 7, 2019)
- Jean Vanier: Founder of L'Arche dies aged 90 (May 7, 2019)
- Jean Vanier (Official Website)
- L'Arche International
- Jean Vanier (Wikipedia)
- The Spirit of Love and Service (An article, by Jean Vanier, published in the September 1997 issue of the monthly 'Liguorian' magazine, U.S.A.)
- A unique quotation of Jean Vanier on loving people
- Quotations of Jean Vanier
- Photos of Jean Vanier
- Videos on Jean Vanier
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