This post inspired my compilation book, ‘Introducing Ubuntu Stoicism: Gain Joy, Resilience, Productivity, and Defuse Anxiety.’ It’s on Amazon. Order here if in South Africa – or visit your nearest bookstore.
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To jump straight to the quotes and their rendering, go down to ‘Meditating to Mandela’ quotes.’
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One of the popular things about Nelson Mandela on the internet is the question on his faith. Was he Christian or not?
The other popular thing is his favourite line: “I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul.” It is a line from the Stoic Victorian Poem ‘Invictus’ by William Ernest Henley. Read more