"Only through the readiness to accept historical truth can a sound understanding of contemporary reality be reached." - Pope Benedict XVI
First, let me say that although I was baptised a Catholic, I don't really subscribe to any religion at the moment. I wholeheartedly agree with this sentiment - given in the context of aboriginal reconciliation in this country - I'm just surprised that the current pope said it. And, is he prepared to apply it to all instances of "historical truth"? Time will tell.
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The only problem with that is: "Can all historians be trusted?"
Can any historians be trusted more like it!
Yeah it was a surprising statement and i echo your thoughts.
Time will tell...
R2B
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