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The Jewish people asked nothing of its sons except not to be denied. The world is grateful to every great man when he brings it something; only the paternal home thanks the son who brings nothing but himself.
Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish people asked nothing of its sons except not to be denied. The world is grateful to every great man when he brings it something; only the paternal home thanks the son who brings nothing but himself. — Theodor Herzl

About Theodor Herzl

Theodor Herzl was a Journalist from Austria-Hungary (1860–1904).

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Who said "The Jewish people asked nothing of its sons except not to be denied. The world…"?
This quote is attributed to Theodor Herzl, a Journalist from Austria-Hungary.
When did Theodor Herzl live?
Theodor Herzl lived from 1860 – 1904.
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