I wish to provide my English translation of the declaration of the Holy See in reference to the killing of Osama Bin Laden.
Osama Bin Laden — as we all know — was most gravely responsible for the spreading of division and hatred among people, causing the deaths of innumerable persons, and for the use of religion to this end.
When faced with the death of a man, a Christian never rejoices; rather he reflects upon his grave responsibilities before God and men; he hopes, and so dedicates himself that each life event not be an occasion for growing hidden hatred, but of peace.
The Italian original is at: Vatican News Service.
