Monday, May 23, 2016

Until we are free









Another powerful read—it would be unfair to simply call it a "book." It’s the story of many lives in Iran.

Shirin Ebadi, the author, is Iran’s first female judge and a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Through this book, she takes us deep into the lives of people in Iran—realities that many of us are completely unaware of.

Only when we understand the journeys of others do we truly realize how fortunate we are—and begin to count our blessings.

Dr. Shirin Ebadi is a remarkably strong woman who has made countless sacrifices in her fight for human rights and justice. In pursuing this mission, she has missed out on many precious moments in her own life. Today, she cannot even return to her country and lives far away from her husband. Yet, even from afar, she continues to work tirelessly for her people in Iran.

Respect to you, Madam, for all your sacrifices.

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