Mandela left a legacy that will not be with us forever. Mandela is remembered in every corner of the globe. He influenced the world leaders and the people of the world. Nelson Mandela, the father of our nation and one of the world's greatest icons.

3. ∙ Mandela left a legacy that
will not be with us forever.
∙ Mandela is remembered in
every corner of the globe.
He influenced the world
leaders and the people of
the world.
∙ Nelson Mandela, the father
of our nation and one of
the world's greatest icons.

4. FW de Klerk, South Africa's last white president
and Mandela's predecessor:
o "Mandela's biggest legacy ... was his remarkable lack of
bitterness and the way he did not only talk about reconciliation,
but he made reconciliation happen in South Africa,"
o Mandela was a "great unifier".
o "Mandela’s emphasis on reconciliation was his greatest legacy."

5. “He was a unifier from the moment he
walked out of prison. He taught us how to
come together and believe in ourselves.”
“God was so good to us in South Africa by
giving us Nelson Mandela to be our President
at a crucial moment in our history.
“He inspired us to walk the path of
forgiveness and reconciliation and so South
Africa did not go up in flames. Thank you
God, for this wonderful gift who became a
moral colossus, a global icon of forgiveness
and reconciliation. May he rest in peace and
rise in glory.”
“One gift that you and I can give to the world
as a fitting memorial, remembrance of Tata is
for us to become what the world had thought
impossible”.

6. President Barack Obama, President
of the United States of America:
"Nelson Mandela achieved more than could be expected of any man,"
"Today, he has gone home. We have lost one of the
most inspirational, influential, courageous, and profoundly good human beings that any of us will
share time with on this Earth. He no longer belongs
to us -- he belongs to the ages."
"Nelson Mandela lived for an ideal and he made it
real. He achieved more than could be expected
from any man.”
"He no longer belongs to us, he belongs to the ages."
Madiba transformed South Africa and "moved all of
us".

8. “No one did more in our time to advance the values and aspirations of the UN. Nelson
Mandela showed what is possible for the world and within each of us if we belief.”
"Only because of such a great man like Nelson Mandela is it possible that particular
people in Africa and elsewhere are able to enjoy freedom and human dignity.
"We have to learn the wisdom and determinations and commitment of Mr Mandela to
make this world better for all."
“Mandela was "a giant for justice" whose "selfless struggle for human dignity, equality
and freedom" inspired many people around the world”.
"Nelson Mandela showed what is possible for our world, and within each one of us, if
we believe a dream and work together for justice and humanity,"
"Let us continue each day to be inspired by Nelson Mandela's lifelong example to keep
working for a better and more just world."

9. Queen Elizabeth,
Queen of England:
She was "deeply saddened"
by Mr Mandela's death,
saying he "worked tirelessly
for the good of his country,
and his legacy is the peaceful
South Africa we see today".

10. :
"Nelson Mandela's message will
not disappear. It will continue to
inspire fighters for freedom, and
to give confidence to peoples in
the defence of just causes and
universal rights."

11. "He spent much of his life standing
against the injustice of apartheid.”
"When that fight was won, he inspired
us again by his capacity to forgive and
reconcile his country.”
"While the world may never see another Nelson Mandela, he has inspired
countless men and women throughout
the world to live more courageous and
honest lives."

12. Alex Salmond, First Minister of Scotland:
Described him as a "towering statesman" whose influence "transcended ideology, race and creed".

13. Prince Charles of
England:
"Mr Mandela was the embodiment of
courage and reconciliation."
"He was also a man of great humour
and had a real zest for life. With his
passing, there will be an immense
void not only in his family's lives, but
also in those of all South Africans and
the many others whose lives have
been changed through his fight for
peace, justice and freedom."

14. Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli
Prime Minister:
“He was the "father of his
people", adding: "He will be
remembered as the father of
new South Africa and as an
outstanding moral leader."

15. "Nelson Mandela's shining
example and his political legacy of
non-violence and the
condemnation of all forms of
racism will continue to inspire
people around the world for many
years to come.

16. Vladimir Putin, Russian President:
“Described Mr Mandela as
"one of the greatest politicians
in modern times", saying the
former South African leader
was a man who never
betrayed his convictions.
"Mandela, having gone
through the most difficult
ordeals, was committed to the
end of his days to the ideals of
humanism and justice,"
Mr Putin was quoted as saying
in a statement.

17. Hassan Rouhani
Iranian President:
"With a heavy heart, we say
goodbye to Nelson
Mandela. Surely, his legacy
will remain a source of
inspiration and courage for
all people."

18. Said: "Humanity has lost a
tireless champion of peace,
liberty and equality."

19. "There are some persons that we will never like to
know that they have disappeared. Nelson Mandela
was one of those persons, a great man that left his
mark, not only in his native South Africa, not only in
Africa, but all over the world.
“His name will be not only in history books, but in
the hearts and minds of many people around the
world”.
"What a great example Nelson Mandela was, Nelson
Mandela is, because his example will be bigger than
death."

20. “Hailing him as an example
for those fighting for justice and
peace”.
"The example of this great leader
will guide all those who fight for
social justice and peace in the
world".
She described South Africa's first
black president, who died at his
home in Johannesburg at the age
of 95, as the greatest personality of
the 20th century.

21. "One man united an entire
world, one man changed an
entire world, one man with a
moral force has shown that he
is stronger than all armies,
stronger than all forces. We
shall remember him with love
and appreciation and we shall
not forget his personality because we need it to guide our
lives in the future."

23. Goodluck Jonathan,
Nigerian President:
"A source of inspiration to
oppressed peoples all over
the world."
"Although it has come at the
advanced age of 95, Madiba's
death will create a huge
vacuum that will be difficult
to fill in our continent. He
will be sorely missed by all
who cherish love, peace and
freedom the world over ... "

24. Manmohan Singh, Indian Prime Minister:
“A giant among men has passed away. This is as
much India's loss as South Africa's. He was a
true Gandhian,"
"His life and work will remain a source of
eternal inspiration for generations to come. I
join all those who are praying for his soul."

25. George W Bush, Former
US president:
"He bore his burdens with
dignity and grace, and our
world is better off
because of his example."

26. :
“Described Mandela as
the world's "most
powerful symbol of
reconciliation, hope
and progress"’.

27. :
"History will remember
Nelson Mandela as a
champion for human
dignity and freedom,
for peace and
reconciliation."

28. John Kerry, US Secretary of
State:
"Now that his long walk
has ended, the example
he set for all humanity
lives on. He will be
remembered as a pioneer
for peace."

29. "Above all, he showed us the
power of people, in the
cause of justice, to overcome
the mightiest obstacles. He
moved the world and the
world will miss him deeply."

30. Nick Clegg,
Deputy Prime
Minister:
"The hope he offered
was enough to unite
races; it bridged cultures
and transcended
generations; and it
could heal the deepest
divides."

31. William Hague, Foreign Secretary:
"An international icon and
inspiration to millions, his appeal
transcended race, religion and class.
His courage, humility and sense of
forgiveness have secured his place
in history."

32. Lakhdar Brahimi, Former Foreign Minister
of Algeria:
"Men and women everywhere feel they have
lost someone very close to them, a man they
loved deeply and respected and admired
profoundly”.
"It was such a privilege to have known him,
to have listened to him a number of times,
to have participated, however modestly, in
his gigantic achievement: the end of apartheid and the restoration of lasting peace
and reconciliation in South Africa."

33. "I would like to express my
extreme grief at the passing
away of a man who stood for
human rights and for equality
in this world. He made us all
understand that nobody
should be penalised for the
colour of his skin, for the
circumstances into which he
is born”.
"He also made us understand
that we can change the
world. We can change the
world by changing attitudes,
by changing perceptions. For
this reason I would like to
pay him tribute as a great
human being who raised the
standard of humanity."

34. The Dalai Lama:
“In his death the world has lost a great leader,
whose steadfast and unflinching
determination played a key role in securing
peace and reconciliation during South Africa’s
transition from apartheid rule. Under his
leadership South Africa was transformed
through peaceful means, in the spirit of
reconciliation.
“He was a man of courage, principle and
unquestionable integrity, a great human
being, someone of whom we can truly say, 'He
lived a meaningful life.' I pray for him and
offer my heartfelt condolences to you, the
members of your family and the entire people
of South Africa”.

35. Kofi Annan, Former United Nations SecretaryGeneral:
"The world has lost a visionary leader, a courageous voice
for justice, and a clear moral compass. By showing us
that the path to freedom and human dignity lies in love,
wisdom and compassion for one another, Nelson Mandela
stands as an inspiration to us all.
"I shall never forget his expansive smile and gentle demeanour, nor his steely determination and wonderful
sense of humour. I have lost a dear friend. While I mourn
the loss of one of Africa’s most distinguished leaders,
Madiba's legacy beckons us to follow his example to
strive for human rights, reconciliation and justice for
all."

36. The Duke of
Cambridge:
"It is extremely
sad and tragic
news. We are just
reminded of what
an extraordinary
and inspiring
man Nelson
Mandela was."

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References:
http://www.cnn.com
http://news.sky.com
http://www.aljazeera.com/news/africa
http://www.sabc.co.za
http://www.enca.com