Quote of the day
But man is a Noble Animal, splendid in ashes, and pompous in the grave, solemnizing Nativities and Deaths with equal lustre, nor omitting Ceremonies of Bravery, in the infamy of his nature. Life is a pure flame, and we live by an invisible Sun within us.
Paul Cuffee
Born: January 17, 1759
Died: September 7, 1817 (aged 58)
Bio: Not to be confused with the Reverend Paul Cuffee, who is honored on the liturgical Calendar of the Episcopal Church.