George Müller
Evangelist and founder of orphanages
Born
September 27th, 1805
219 years ago
Died
1898
127 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United Kingdom
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An evangelist and missionary, Müller established the Ashley Down Orphanage in Bristol, England, which provided care for thousands of orphaned children. Committed to faith, he relied solely on donations and prayer for the orphanage's funding. His work emphasized the importance of trusting in divine provision, and he published accounts of his experiences that inspired many. Over his lifetime, Müller cared for approximately 10,000 children through multiple orphanages, focusing on their spiritual and physical needs.
Founded the Ashley Down Orphanage
Cared for approximately 10,000 children
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