Nelson Mandela

Reconciliation over revenge
Rule-of-law and forgiveness
Modeled integrity in leadership
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Reconciliation over revenge
Rule-of-law and forgiveness
Modeled integrity in leadership

Led nonviolent struggle for justice
Framed love-based resistance
Expanded democratic inclusion

Practiced ahimsa and satyagraha
Lived simply and transparently
Inspired global civil-rights movements

Truth and Reconciliation
Joyful moral clarity
Opposed injustice without hatred

UDHR leadership
Voice for equality and dignity
Used influence for humanitarian reform

Abolition leadership
Mercy and humility in power
Preserved union with moral purpose

Engaged Buddhism
Compassion-in-action
Bridged mindfulness and ethics

Human dignity and freedom
Truth-telling to power
Advocated education and rights

Underground Railroad rescues
Lifelong freedom missions
Risked life for others

Consistent nonviolence
Universal compassion
Ethics of secular responsibility

Saved Jewish children
Kept hidden records
Risked torture and death

Hull House community care
Anti-war advocacy
Practical compassion
Legend: ⚠️ Questionable (0–59), 👍 Decent / Developing (60–79), 👑 Crowned (80–89), 👑✨ Royal Tier (90+)