"War is a defeat for humanity." — Pope John Paul II

Love is never defeated, and I could add, the history of Ireland proves it.

Science can purify religion from error and superstition. Religion can purify science from idolatry and false absolutes.

I kiss the soil as if I placed a kiss on the hands of a mother, for the homeland is our earthly mother. I consider it my duty to be with my compatriots in this sublime and difficult moment.

Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.