U.S. President Barack Obama at Nelson Mandela
memorial
Heads of state from all around the world gathered in
South Africa for the memorial service of former South African
President and civil rights hero Nelson Mandela. Following the rich
South African tradition, the crowds celebrated his life, viewing his
passing as a monumental moment transitioning from one life to
another in heaven.
Crowds at the Mandela memorial
To see blacks and whites side by side celebrating
the life and legacy of
Mandela is beautiful. It is confirmation of how far South Africa has
come as a nation. They must not fear the future, but carry on the
rich legacy Mandela left behind, regarding loving one another and
viewing each other as equals.
