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Hope you like the inspiring story
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During Nelson Mandela’s 19 years imprisoned on Robben Island, one particular commanding officer was the most brutal of them all:
“A few days before Badenhorst’s departure, I was called to the main office. General Steyn was visiting the island and wanted to know if we had any complaints. Badenhorst was there as I went through a list of demands. When I had finished, Badenhorst spoke to me directly.
He told me he would be leaving the island and added: ‘I just want to wish you people good luck’. I do not know if I looked dumbfounded, but I was amazed. He spoke these words like a human being and showed a side of himself we had never seen before. I thanked him for his good wishes and wished him luck in his endeavours.
I thought about this moment for a long time afterwards. Badenhorst had perhaps been the most callous and barbaric commanding officer we had had on Robben Island. But that day in the office, he had revealed that that there was another side to his nature, a side that had been obscured but still existed.
It was a useful reminder that all men, even the most seemingly cold-blooded, have a core of decency and that, if their hearts are touched, they are capable of changing. Ultimately, Badenhorst was not evil; his inhumanity had been foisted upon him by an inhuman system. He behaved like a brute because he was rewarded for brutish behaviour.”
From Japan
32Hope you like the inspiring story
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During Nelson Mandela’s 19 years imprisoned on Robben Island, one particular commanding officer was the most brutal of them all:
“A few days before Badenhorst’s departure, I was called to the main office. General Steyn was visiting the island and wanted to know if we had any complaints. Badenhorst was there as I went through a list of demands. When I had finished, Badenhorst spoke to me directly.
He told me he would be leaving the island and added: ‘I just want to wish you people good luck’. I do not know if I looked dumbfounded, but I was amazed. He spoke these words like a human being and showed a side of himself we had never seen before. I thanked him for his good wishes and wished him luck in his endeavours.
I thought about this moment for a long time afterwards. Badenhorst had perhaps been the most callous and barbaric commanding officer we had had on Robben Island. But that day in the office, he had revealed that that there was another side to his nature, a side that had been obscured but still existed.
It was a useful reminder that all men, even the most seemingly cold-blooded, have a core of decency and that, if their hearts are touched, they are capable of changing. Ultimately, Badenhorst was not evil; his inhumanity had been foisted upon him by an inhuman system. He behaved like a brute because he was rewarded for brutish behaviour.”
From Japan
It is true Mr. Pawan Some people are behaving in rude manner due to their work requirement. But as a matter of fact, they are very soft in nature. Thanks for sharing and keep on sharing Mr. Pawan
From India, Kumbakonam
From India, Kumbakonam
Dear Pawan,
Namaste.
True. This is generally so with most of our parents! I am sure you will agree.
I am not sure if you have heard of this story.
During the rule of Stalin in USSR, he was a terror. At this time Dr Sarvepalli Radha Krishnan was psoted as Ambassadorto USSR. On the first day he went to see Stailn and report his posting.
At the appointed time of the meeting Dr Krishnan went to the chamber of Stalin.
On entering the Dr. Krishnan saw Stalin standing by the window with his back to the entry. This was his usual habit that on entry no one can see him/his face.
Dr Krishnan announcing his arrival find no response and moved towards Stalin. Sooner he approached Stalin Dr. Krishnan gave gentil pat on Stalin's shoulder while enquiring "How are you Mr. Satlin?".
To his surprise, when Stalin turned towards Dr. Krishnan, he saw the great terror Stail was in tears. Bewlidered Dr Krishnan enquired Stalin what was the matter.
Stalin said "Thanks Dr krishnan, you are the only person that saw a human in me. Rest all fear me and feel I am a terror".
The moral is " We should learn to see HUMAN in others", not their deeds. Deeds are Circumstantial or situational.
Thanks giving me this opportunity of sharing what I know.
WISH YOU A "HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR 2012"
Have a nice day,
With best regards,
Sarma Duvvuri
From India, Hyderabad
Namaste.
True. This is generally so with most of our parents! I am sure you will agree.
I am not sure if you have heard of this story.
During the rule of Stalin in USSR, he was a terror. At this time Dr Sarvepalli Radha Krishnan was psoted as Ambassadorto USSR. On the first day he went to see Stailn and report his posting.
At the appointed time of the meeting Dr Krishnan went to the chamber of Stalin.
On entering the Dr. Krishnan saw Stalin standing by the window with his back to the entry. This was his usual habit that on entry no one can see him/his face.
Dr Krishnan announcing his arrival find no response and moved towards Stalin. Sooner he approached Stalin Dr. Krishnan gave gentil pat on Stalin's shoulder while enquiring "How are you Mr. Satlin?".
To his surprise, when Stalin turned towards Dr. Krishnan, he saw the great terror Stail was in tears. Bewlidered Dr Krishnan enquired Stalin what was the matter.
Stalin said "Thanks Dr krishnan, you are the only person that saw a human in me. Rest all fear me and feel I am a terror".
The moral is " We should learn to see HUMAN in others", not their deeds. Deeds are Circumstantial or situational.
Thanks giving me this opportunity of sharing what I know.
WISH YOU A "HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR 2012"
Have a nice day,
With best regards,
Sarma Duvvuri
From India, Hyderabad
Hi sarma Must. Say a good story thanks for sharing with me I agree that our parents. Are like this just that v never realised ever thank you. Again for sharing
From Japan
From Japan
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