by Steve Ogan
Grace mingled with
Rainbow glory
Gravitas encoded
In unusual greatness
A freedom purchased
In the fiery furnace
A pinnacle reached through pain
Modesty magnified in
High level humility
Forgiveness given to wickedness
Selflessness demonstrated in service
Single-mindedness dedicated to community
A life celebrated in death
A legacy laced with living lesson
An integrity mirrored in sincerity
A humanity deepened by generosity
A sense of humour
A sportsman
A statesman
A servant leader
Grace mingled with rainbow glory
Gravitas encoded
In unusual greatness
A freedom purchased
In the fiery furnace
A pinnacle reached through pain
Is Mandela
