In this enchanting and lyrical memoir, Frances Mayes details her experiences restoring an abandoned villa named Bramasole in rural Tuscany. The book captures the essence of Italian life, from the discovery of hidden treasures like faded frescos and overgrown vineyards, to the vibrant markets and delightful people of the nearby hill towns. Mayes brings her poetic voice, the eye of a seasoned traveler, and the palate of a cook and food writer to invite readers to explore the pleasures of Italian life and culture.
In this book, Desmond Tutu and his daughter Mpho Tutu provide a deeply personal and practical guide to the process of forgiveness. Drawing on their experiences, particularly from post-apartheid South Africa, they outline a four-step process: Telling the Story, Naming the Hurt, Granting Forgiveness, and Renewing or Releasing the Relationship. The book includes reflections, personal stories, and exercises to help readers practice each step of the path to forgiveness, aiming to heal both individuals and communities.
This is our unabridged interview with Mpho Tutu van Furth.
What does it mean to ask someone for forgiveness? The experience after Apartheid in South Africa has much to teach us.
“In English, you say, ‘I’m sorry, forgive me.’ It’s all about me”
Says Mpho Tutu van Furth, daughter to the late Desmond Tutu.
But in the South African language of Xhosa
“You say ndicela uxolo which means ‘I ask for peace’. And that’s a very different thing than ‘forgive me’”
In this episode, explore the deep impact of apartheid in South Africa, the meaning of true forgiveness, and the profound philosophy of Ubuntu. Discover how Mpho carries on her father's legacy of peace and reconciliation while navigating her own journey as an Episcopalian priest and social activist. This heartfelt and enlightening conversation delves into the courage required to love, forgive, and build a just community.
Show Notes
Resources mentioned this episode:
The Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation
Forgiveness and Reparation: The Healing Journey by Mpho Tutu
The Book of Forgiving by Desdmond Tutu and Mpho Tutu
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of South Africa
Similar NSE episodes:
Azim Khamisa: Ending Violence Through Forgiveness
Forgiving My Mother’s Murderer: Sharon Risher
Pádraig Ó Tuama: A Poet’s Work in Peace and Reconciliation
PDF of Lee's Interview Notes
Transcript of Abridged Episode
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