Justice Sachs

Going to the presentation of Justice Sachs was a fantastic experience. It was really interesting to know that the court of South Africa has a totally different architectural difference, than the courts that are here in the United States. When I watched the video that Justice Sachs presented everything seemed to be in touch with nature. One of the things that came to my attention was the bright colors in the courtroom and the patterns that the carpets had. This court would make anyone feel like home. The art that the courtroom had was those that were discovered at a cave, everything in this courthouse was unique. Including that it was built across from jail #4.

Despite, of the uniqueness of the court, it was interesting to know that there are eleven judges in the court and that when they are going to listen to a case, at least eight judges need to be present. This court was important because, South Africa’s constitution rights and bill of rights became an important factor in which the court was constructed.

During the presentation he also gave some information of the person that set up the bomb in which he lost his sight of one eye and his right arm. This information was given when a question was asked about the truth and reconciliation commission. Henry went up to him to tell him that he was the one responsible for losing his arm. Justice Sachs did forgive him, but he could not see him as a friend. All of us have compassion for others despite, the fact that they hurt us in a way in which we will never forget. Justice Sachs was very clear when he said that everyone was human and everyone is unique in one way or another.

This was a true experience for me because I saw a different world that revolves around me and the presentation helped me understand that revenge was not the correct route to take. This presentation helped me view the world differently by understanding that there is no reason to believe that any individual is different from one another, the reason being that everyone is human.