Listen "PROF DION FORSTER - The True Meaning of Peace and War in a Modern World"
Episode Synopsis
In a heartfelt interview on Radio Kpoop’s Breakfast Show, Professor Dion Forster, theologian and research chair at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, shares powerful insights on the meaning of Remembrance Day and the moral responsibility of memory. Speaking with host Brad Kirsten, Forster reminds listeners that war should never be romanticised, urging Christians to “wage peace” instead of glorifying conflict. Drawing from his own experiences as a former South African soldier, he highlights how true remembrance honors sacrifice by promoting healing, reconciliation, and compassion. The discussion also touches on current global tensions, from Europe’s war preparedness to local challenges like gangsterism, calling for individuals to become active peacemakers in their homes and communities.
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