Desmond Tutu/Quotes

Desmond Mpilo Tutu (7 October 1931 - 26 December 2021) was a South African social rights activist and retired Anglican bishop who rose to worldwide fame during the 1980s as an opponent of apartheid. He was the first black Archbishop of Cape Town and bishop of the Church of the Province of Southern Africa. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984.
==Quotes about Tutu==
===Upon his Passing===
====Politicians====
=====Heads of State=====
* "I am joined by the whole Royal Family in being deeply saddened by the news of the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a man who tirelessly championed human rights in South Africa and across the world. I remember with fondness my meetings with him and his great warmth and humour. Archbishop Tutu’s loss will be felt by the people of South Africa, and by so many people in Great Britain, Northern Ireland and across the Commonwealth, where he was held in such high affection and esteem."
** Queen Elizabeth II, 26 December 2021A message of condolence from Her Majesty The Queen on the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu - Elizabeth II Regina - 26 December 2021 - The Royal Household - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "We cherish our memories of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and of the invincible good cheer with which he pursued his struggle for justice and peace. He gave a voice to hope. His winning personality and distinctive laugh were a powerful force in winning people over, and helped many find the path to reconciliation."
** King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix, 26 December 2021, Facebook“Met dankbaarheid koesteren wij de herinneringen aan aartsbisschop Desmond Tutu. Met onverwoestbare blijmoedigheid streed hij voor recht en vrede. Hij gaf stem aan de hoop. Zijn innemende persoonlijkheid en karakteristieke lach hadden een grote wervende kracht en hielpen velen op het pad naar verzoening.” – Koning Willem-Alexander, Koningin Máxima en Prinses Beatrix.
“We cherish our memories of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and of the invincible good cheer with which he pursued his struggle for justice and peace. He gave a voice to hope. His winning personality and distinctive laugh were a powerful force in winning people over, and helped many find the path to reconciliation.” – King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix. - Koninklijk Huis - 26 December 2021 - Facebook - Retrieved 26 December 2021Response by King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix upon the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu - Koninklijk Huis @koninklijkhuis - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Today, we are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a true servant of God and of the people, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. We send our deepest condolences to the people of South Africa who are mourning this great loss."
** President Joe Biden, 26 December 2021, TwitterToday, we are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a true servant of God and of the people, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. We send our deepest condolences to the people of South Africa who are mourning this great loss. - President Biden @POTUS - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
====== Former ======
* "Archbishop Desmond Tutu reminded us all that the search for justice begins in the heart. Those of us touched by the gift of his life owe it to him to pass it on."
** President Bill Clinton, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Desmond Tutu reminded us all that the search for justice begins in the heart. Those of us touched by the gift of his life owe it to him to pass it on. - Bill Clinton @BillClinton - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a mentor, a friend, and a moral compass for me and so many others. A universal spirit, Archbishop Tutu was grounded in the struggle for liberation and justice in his own country, but also concerned with injustice everywhere. He never lost his impish sense of humor and willingness to find humanity in his adversaries, and Michelle and I will miss him dearly."
** President Barack Obama, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Desmond Tutu was a mentor, a friend, and a moral compass for me and so many others. A universal spirit, Archbishop Tutu was grounded in the struggle for liberation and justice in his own country, but also concerned with injustice everywhere. - Barack Obama @BarackObama - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021He never lost his impish sense of humor and willingness to find humanity in his adversaries, and Michelle and I will miss him dearly. - Barack Obama @BarackObama - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
=====Heads of Government=====
*"Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu was a guiding light for countless people globally. His emphasis on human dignity and equality will be forever remembered. I am deeply saddened by his demise, and extend my heartfelt condolences to all his admirers. May his soul rest in peace."
**Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu was a guiding light for countless people globally. His emphasis on human dignity and equality will be forever remembered. I am deeply saddened by his demise, and extend my heartfelt condolences to all his admirers. May his soul rest in peace. - Narendra Modi @narendramodi - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Archbishop Desmond Tutu was the spiritual leader of the anti-apartheid movement. He believed in human dignity & the power of freedom to create a new nation. His deep faith was his powerhouse that made the world a better place. Thank you and ‘well done good and faithful servant’."
** Prime Minister Scott Morrison, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Desmond Tutu was the spiritual leader of the anti-apartheid movement. He believed in human dignity & the power of freedom to create a new nation. His deep faith was his powerhouse that made the world a better place. Thank you and ‘well done good and faithful servant’. - Scott Morrison @ScottMorrisonMP - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Archbishop Tutu was a voice for the oppressed and a tireless advocate for human rights – and the world is a better place because he was in it. Sending my deepest condolences to his loved ones, the people of South Africa, and everyone mourning this incredible loss."
** Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Tutu was a voice for the oppressed and a tireless advocate for human rights – and the world is a better place because he was in it. Sending my deepest condolences to his loved ones, the people of South Africa, and everyone mourning this incredible loss. - Justin Trudeau @JustinTrudeau - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. He was a critical figure in the fight against apartheid and in the struggle to create a new South Africa - and will be remembered for his spiritual leadership and irrepressible good humour."
** Prime Minister Boris Johnson, 26 December 2021, TwitterI am deeply saddened to hear of the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. He was a critical figure in the fight against apartheid and in the struggle to create a new South Africa - and will be remembered for his spiritual leadership and irrepressible good humour. - Boris Johnson @BorisJohnson - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Desmond Tutu is one of my personal heroes. We mourn his passing, but his life, work, and example give us much to celebrate and emulate. He is a man of peace, dignity and goodwill; a man of God who, with grace and humility, overcame a system of oppression and cruelty. May his soul Rest In Peace and his example shine eternally."
** Prime Minister Andrew Holness, 26 December 2021, TwitterDesmond Tutu is one of my personal heroes. We mourn his passing, but his life, work, and example give us much to celebrate and emulate. He is a man of peace, dignity and goodwill; - Andrew Holness @AndrewHolnessJM - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021… a man of God who, with grace and humility, overcame a system of oppression and cruelty. 
May his soul Rest In Peace and his example shine eternally. - Andrew Holness @AndrewHolnessJM - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
====== Former ======
* "He was one of the greatest people I have ever met. He and Nelson Mandela are the two leaders who ended Apartheid. But, you know, he was a teacher, he was a moral leader, he was a campaigner. When he walked into the room he radiated joy and light. And yet he was one of the most modest and humble and unnassuming people you could also meet. So he leaves behind a legacy, one of the last of the generation of people who told us that Apartheid was wrong and stood up for human rights everywhere. And he never stopped doing that, right throughout his life. He went into retirement in 2010, then I know he came out of retirement to fight for human rights issues. He will never be forgotten as one of the great leaders of our time."
** Prime Minister Gordon Brown, BBC News interview, 26 December 2021"He was one of the greatest people I've ever met" Former PM Gordon Brown says Archbishop Desmond Tutu "radiated joy and light" and "will never be forgotten as one of the great leaders of our time" - BBC Politics @BBCPolitics - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021 
===== Other Politicians =====
* "Desmond Tutu was a tower of a man, and a leader of moral activism. He dedicated his life to tackling injustice and standing up for the oppressed. His impact on the world crosses borders and echoes through generations. May he rest in peace."
** Leader of the Labour Party Keir Starmer, 26 December 2021, TwitterDesmond Tutu was a tower of a man, and a leader of moral activism. He dedicated his life to tackling injustice and standing up for the oppressed. His impact on the world crosses borders and echoes through generations. May he rest in peace. - Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "Archbishop Tutu helped end apartheid in South Africa by reminding us, “if you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” We remember this hero as we continue the work for equality and justice."
** Senator Bernie Sanders, 26 December 2021, TwitterArchbishop Tutu helped end apartheid in South Africa by reminding us, “if you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” We remember this hero as we continue the work for equality and justice. - Bernie Sanders @SenSanders - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
====Religious Figures====
* "Archbishop Desmond Tutu was entirely dedicated to serving his brothers and sisters for the greater common good. He was a true humanitarian and a committed advocate of human rights. His work for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission was an inspiration for others around the world. With his passing away, we have lost a great man, who lived a truly meaningful life. He was devoted to the service of others, especially those who are least fortunate. I am convinced the best tribute we can pay him and keep his spirit alive is to do as he did and constantly look to see how we too can be of help to others."
** 14th Dalai Lama, 26 December 2021Condolences in Response to the Death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu - 14th Dalai Lama - THE OFFICE OF HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA - Retrieved 26 December 2021His Holiness the Dalai Lama sends his condelences on the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. - Dalai Lama @DalaiLama - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
* "His Holiness Pope Francis was saddened to learn of the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and he offers heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Mindful of his service to the Gospel through the promotion of racial equality and reconciliation in his native South Africa, His Holiness commends his soul to the loving mercy of Almighty God."
** Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, 26 December 2021Obama Calls Desmond Tutu the World's 'Moral Compass' - Associated Press - 26 December 2021 - US News - Retrieved 26 December 2021
==== Other Celebrities ====
* "One of the greatest most peaceful Souls has left the planet. A hope giver, peace maker, justice warrior. Thank you Archbishop Desmond Tutu."
** Oprah Winfrey, 26 December 2021, TwitterOne of the greatest most peaceful Souls has left the planet. A hope giver, peace maker, justice warrior. Thank you Archbishop Desmond Tutu - Oprah Winfrey @Oprah - 26 December 2021 - Twitter - Retrieved 26 December 2021
==Links==
*Desmond Tutu on Wikiquote
==References==
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