Padraic Pearse Quotes

A collection of quotes by Padraic Pearse.

Padraic Pearse (1879-1916) was an Irish poet, educator, and political leader who played a significant role in the Easter Rising of 1916 for Irish independence from British rule. Born in Dublin, he founded St. Enda's school in 1908, promoting Irish culture and language. Pearse's passionate speeches and writings advocating for Irish nationalism made him a prominent figure in the Irish Republican Brotherhood. As a leader in the Rising, he read the Proclamation of the Irish Republic outside the General Post Office in Dublin before being captured and executed by British forces. His dedication to Irish identity and ideals continues to inspire generations.

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some people did not have their fill of laughter in the onset; and knowing that such as these would be blind anyway, he thought it quite as well that they should wrinkle up their eyes in grins, as have a malady in the less attractive forms.

Charles Dickens

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