November 23

Adam served as the abbot of Ebrach Abbey, a Cistercian monastery founded in the 12th century in Bavaria. His leadership was part of the early expansion of the Cistercian order in Germany. Records of his personal achievements are limited, but he oversaw monastic life and community affairs. He guided the abbey through its formative years. Adam died in 1161, leaving a legacy within the monastic tradition.

Margaret of Savoy was born in 1390 into the powerful House of Savoy and married Theodore II, Marquess of Montferrat. After her husband's death, she entered the Benedictine order and devoted her life to monastic service. She founded the monastery of Santa Maria di Pinerolo and became known for her piety and charitable works. Devotees attributed miracles to her intercession after her death. She was beatified by the Catholic Church and remains venerated for her spiritual leadership.

Richard Hakluyt (1552–1616) was an English priest, geographer, and author renowned for his extensive collections of travel narratives and exploration reports. His seminal work, 'The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation', assembled firsthand accounts from sailors and navigators, promoting English overseas expansion. Hakluyt served as a chaplain at Westminster Abbey and later as rector of Wetheringsett, balancing his religious duties with scholarly pursuits. His detailed documentation provided invaluable insights into early American and global voyages. Hakluyt's writings fueled the ambitions of future explorers and the growth of the British Empire. He died on 23 November 1616.

Richard Graves (1715–1804) was an English minister, novelist, and essayist who left a lasting mark on 18th-century literature. Educated at Oxford, he served as rector of Claverton while authoring works like 'The Spiritual Quixote', a satire on religious enthusiasm. Graves contributed essays and poetry to periodicals, earning praise for his humor, insight, and moral critique. As a fellow of All Souls College, he engaged in scholarly debates on theology and literature. His writings influenced contemporary discussions on faith and society. He died on 23 November 1804.

Naimuddin was born in 1832 in Bengal and emerged as a leading figure in Islamic scholarship and Bengali literature. He authored numerous works on theology, philosophy, and Sufi thought, bridging classical texts and vernacular traditions. An accomplished writer in Bengali, Persian, and Urdu, he promoted religious education by founding local madrasas. His efforts helped preserve Islamic scholarship amid British colonial rule and cultural change. Naimuddin's legacy endures in South Asian religious studies and the growth of Islamic learning institutions.

Born in 1934, Nutt served as a minister in Arkansas and became a popular speaker at churches nationwide. His humorous essays and books, including "Don't Snore in the Pew", resonated with a broad audience. Nutt was a regular guest on the television show "Hee Haw", bringing Southern humor to millions. He wrote more than 20 books blending faith, humor, and social commentary. Tragically, he died in a plane crash in 1982, cutting short a prolific writing and speaking career. Nutt's warm wit continues to inspire listeners and readers with its gentle faith-based humor.