Module 3 – Integrating Activity

10 Famous Leaders in the World

1. Moses

The Leading Prophet of Judaism, he is one of the most recognized religious leader in
history. Known for leading the Israelites out of captivity and through the dessert for 40 years
throughout the biblical book of Exodus. Moses also received the Ten Commandments and
presented them to the people.

Moses is a famous leader known for leading the Israelites out of captivity and led
them to the Promised Land. His passion and trust with God saves so many lives,
Moses story from the Bible illustrates how he manage to influence and makes the
Israelites follow him. Moses have almost every skills of being a leader and his
effective leadership saves so many lives.

2. Socrates

One of the founder of Western philosophy, was a great leader and teacher in the field of
thought, ethics, and philosophy. He started a philosophical school which influence other
great thinkers who passed along the ideas and teachings.

Socrates is much known because of his beliefs and method of teaching. He being a
teacher and having students that believes and follows makes him a leader. Asking
question was a more powerful way to teach, Socrates is a famous leader as he giving
vision to people. His methods and words makes him known all over the world until
now.

3. Jesus Christ

Central figure and leader of Christianity. Jesus Christ is considered by most Christian’s
doctrines to be the Son of God, is believed to have been born virgin and died for the sins of
the world. While he was on earth, it is believed that he performed many miracles. To the
Islam faith, Jesus is considered one of God’s most prominent prophets, but he carries no
divinity and was not crucified.

Jesus the Son of God who died for the sin of the world. Jesus is a famous leader
because of the way he leads. He was a listening leader, he considers and listen to
the people who follows him, a selfless leader that puts himself second before others
and responsible, Jesus trust his followers that he shares his words with them so that
they can grow.

4. Alexander the Great

King of Macedon and leader of one of the largest empires in history. Alexander the Great
took over the Macedonian empire after his father, Philip II, was assassinated. Before long,
he invaded other regions and also ruled over Asia Minor. He overthrew King Darius III, the
king of Persia. During his conquests, he founded about 20 cities that were named after him.
He is considered one of the greatest military years in world history.

Alexander the Great is a military commander, he is a famous leader because in a

young age he already believe in himself and his ability to lead and conquer the world.
 A brilliant leader that leads the military and understands the strength and
weaknesses of his team, he also makes himself unnecessary part of his team, so
even after his death he knows that his team will still be able to fight even without him.

5. George Washington

Founding Father and 1st President of the USA. Washington was the first president of the
United States, but he was the leader of many things before the nation officially formed. He
led the Continental Army during the American Revolution and he also led the meetings that
resulted in the US Constitution. As president, he helped create a strong national government
and became known as the “Father of his country.”

George Washington is famous for being the first president of United States and
leading the continental army to victory in the American Revolution. He is considered
as a famous leader because of his huge contribution in building America. He is
chosen to be the first president because people believe in him.

6. Sun Tzu

Military general. Known as the author of The Art of War, Sun Tzu is considered one of the
greatest military strategists in history. The book is often credited with helping to end the
conflict during the era of the Warring States and it has been a guide for leaders ever since.

Sun Tzu is a military commander and strategist from china. He is considered a

famous leader because of his work called Art of War. Sun Tzu as a leader knows
himself well, as well as his team. In his art of war, he believes that if the understand
their strength and weaknesses of their competitor as well as they know themselves,
they can win every war. Sun Tzu also used deception to throw off the enemy. He is a
famous leader because of his ability to supervise and plan.

7. Muhammad

Established Islam. Muhammad is credited with uniting Arabia and creating one religious
state to be ruled by Islam. He is believed by Muslims to be the last prophet sent from Allah
for the sake of mankind. He wrote the text of the Quran after receiving revelations from
Allah. His work and preaching’s are credited with much of the Arabian Peninsula converting
to Islam.

Muhammad is a prophet, and one of the most famous and influential leader in the
world. His leadership makes him known, Muhammad is a leader that kept his every
word and it leads people to trust him. Those people that he influence to be Muslim
trust him and in exchange Muhammad builds a strong relationship with them and
makes them comfortable with him. He is also a strategist and a humble leader, he
plans and strategized first to easily achieve his goal.

8. Abraham Lincoln

16th President of the USA. Lincoln is often credited with bringing the United States through
the Civil War and creating conditions that led to the end of slavery in the nation. He helped
reunite the nation after several states seceded and begin the Reconstruction process while
the war was still going on.
 Abraham Lincoln is a famous leader because of his ways and ability to lead a team.
As a leader Abraham communicate well with hid team, he listens to everyone’s point
of view before making decision and communicates his goals and vision with them. He
was able to control his emotion, relax and have fun with his team and friends when
needed, with this they relieve stress and was able to plan and work well.

9. Pope John Paul II

Second longest-running Pope of the Catholic Church. Considered to be one of the more
prominent leaders in the 20th century, Pope John Paul II helped bring an end to
Communism in Poland, his home nation, which led to the end of Communism in other parts
of Europe. He is also credited with improving relations between the Catholic Church and
other religions, including Judaism and Islam.

Pope John Paul II is considered a famous leader because until now he is

remembered for his efforts to end communism and improving relationships between
several religions.

10. Barack Obama

44th President of the USA. Barack Obama graduated from Columbia University and served
as a community organizer in Chicago, IL before he completed his law degree at Harvard. He
also served as a civil rights attorney, a senator in the IL Senate, and a US Senator before
being elected twice to the US presidency.

Barack Obama is considered a famous leader for becoming the first African-
American President of the United States. Barack Obama as a president is recognized
for health care reform, ability to inspire and his debate skills.

Why you considered them as famous leaders?

Famous means being known by many people. In doing my research about the
contributions made by these leaders, the similar thing about them is that they all influence a
group of people, hundreds, thousands and as many people in a country. They maybe have a
different characteristics and personality but they are all great leaders. Moses and
Muhammad that are both prophet, they manage to make hundred thousand of people trust
and follow them. Barack Obama, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington are the most
known American president, these three person is the most known because of their
contribution in building America which is one of the richest country in the world.

But first I believe these leaders needs to prove themselves first for the people to trust
and follow them. Being a leader a responsibility, and it takes a lot of effort and skills to be
able to lead or to be a symbol of a group. What makes a leader famous? For me, it is when
that person have the skills of being a leader, and that leader was able to prove his/her self,
was able to reach a goal that is set by them and if that person earn the trust of the people
their leadership will always be remembered.