Remembering Muhammad Ali’s message of peace
Summary
Muhammad Ali, the famous American boxer, passed away in 2016. He left a message of peace symbolized by a painting he gave to the United Nations in 1978, reminding people to serve others and work for peace in a troubled world.Key Facts
- Muhammad Ali died on June 3, 2016, at age 74.
- In 1978, Ali painted a watercolour of the United Nations headquarters and gave it to UN officials as a "gift of peace."
- Ali’s painting represents his belief that peace is very important and requires personal responsibility.
- He was known for standing up against war, racism, and injustice, even when it was unpopular or risky.
- Ali wrote a letter saying, “Service to others is the rent we pay for our room here on Earth.”
- The painting hangs in a hallway at the United Nations as a reminder of his message.
- The article suggests Ali would encourage people today to fight for each other, defend human rights, and choose peace daily.
- Peace is described as fragile due to ongoing wars, hatred, and threats to rights, especially those of women and girls.
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