18 July 1918 will forever be
immortalized for one fact. This is the birth date of Nelson
Rolihlahla Mandela. Today as the world celebrates the 94th
birthday of this elderly statesman, it is only fitting to pay him
tribute for the great sacrifice he made as he fought for the human
rights of the African people living in South Africa.
Mandela was named Nelson by his
school teacher, but his birth name ‘Rolihlahla’ means “pulling
the branch of a tree.” He is a minor royal as he is the
great-grandson of King Ngybengcuka of the Tembu people.
Did our King Jesus not hang on a
cross, made from a tree? It seems both these great leaders knew
something we often forget. It is only in great sacrifice that great
leadership is born. Happy Birthday Madiba!
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