His 1993 televised address after the assassination of Chris Hani. This is why he is revered, how he became the statesman. It does not matter what he did prior to his - this was the chance to plunge SA into Civil War. He chose the difficult option - reconciliation. That is why he should be...
Very sad new to wake up to.
Your job is done. You have shown us the way - thank you for your example, thank you for being prepared to forgive, thank you for your patience and thank you for the legacy you have left us. It is now up to every South African to carry that on.
Hamba Gahle Tata.