H.I.M. words concerning relegion
``We are gratified in particular, to note
that the work of this conference has been concerned
purely with religious, spiritual matters free from extraneous political
considerations.
This is only fitting and proper, for the church, as a symbol of peace, must
follow the path of
peace in all parts of the world. For world peace can only be made abiding by the
grace of God,
through the prayers of the Holy Fathers. The truth of this cardinal fact is
evident to all mankind.
Therefore, it has become the noble responsibility of Christians, and peoples of
other faiths
and their leaders throughout the world, to pray and to work hard for the
preservation of world peace.
We have always been religious, ever since childhood, ever since the day our
father, Ras Makonnen, taught us the commandment of Our Lord the Creator.But we
don't consider our religion alone valid and have granted the people the freedom
to observe any religion they please.We believe in the reunification of the
churches, which is why we were so happy to meet PopePaul VI during our voyage to
Italy. We were greatly taken with him, we judged him a man of superior capacity,
especially as regards his intention to work towards church unity.
He received us with great friendliness.``