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Quote by Desmond Tutu

“Ultimately, suffering is always political with all kinds of justifications - there are those who justify Israel's occupation of land as being a fulfillment of what God had promised.”

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Desmond Tutu

Desmond Tutu, born on October 7, 1931, was a prominent anti-apartheid activist, theologian, and author from South Africa. He played a significant role in the abolition of apartheid in South Africa and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for his efforts. more

“There would be those of us who say that in many ways, you worry about what the Jews in Israel are doing to themselves. Yes, they may at the moment have incredible power and are supported almost unconditionally by especially America, but most of the West as well. Yet what they are doing is contrary to the best teaching and highest teachings of their faith.”

Way Wells May Moments Would Be America Worry Teaching Highest West Incredibles Jew Israel Contrary Best Teaching

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“Of course, you've got to reckon with the burden of the past. You can't just easily dismiss it. It is a legacy and often you have to carry an albatross. And it won't happen until people are able to have a certain level of trust and try to speak to each other, not as caricatures but as people.”

People Trying Happens Able Past Certain Courses Speak Levels Burden Legacy Caricatures Albatross

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“All people would really want peace and all would want to be sure that they would not be taken advantage of.”

People Want Taken Advantage Taken Advantage

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“People want much the same things, but they have been formed by history to have a particular perception of the other.”

People Want Has Beens Particular Perception

Author:Desmond Tutu