"Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song"
- Pope John Paul II
About this Quote
This quote by Pope John Paul II is a support to not give in to misery, however rather to accept the hope and delight of Easter. It is a pointer that as Christians, we are part of a community that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus and his success over death. The word "hallelujah" is frequently used in Christian praise as an expression of praise and thanksgiving. By invoking it, the Pope is emphasizing the joy and appreciation we need to feel as members of the Easter individuals.
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