Abraham Maslow
1908–1970 (age 62)
Psychologist
Biography
Abraham Maslow was a pioneering psychologist whose groundbreaking work transformed the field of human psychology and our understanding of human potential. Born in 1908, he developed revolutionary theories about human motivation and self-actualization that continue to influence psychology, education, and personal development worldwide.
His concept of the hierarchy of needs remains one of the most widely taught and applied theories in psychology. Abraham rests at Mount Auburn Cemetery, a fitting place of honor for a man whose ideas elevated human understanding. He is remembered with profound respect and gratitude for his intellectual contributions and his vision of human possibility.