Quote of the day
Having soon discovered to be great, I must appear so, and therefore studiously avoided mixing in society, and wrapped myself in mystery, devoting my time to fasting and prayer.
Jakob Hurt
Born: July 22, 1839
Died: January 13, 1907 (aged 67)
Bio: Jakob Hurt was a notable Estonian folklorist, theologist, and linguist. With respect to the latter, he is perhaps best known for his dissertation on "pure" -ne stem nouns. He is also featured on the 10 krooni note.







