[View the story "Worldwide grief over Nelson Mandela's death " on Storify ]Worldwide grief over Nelson Mandela's death The death of one of the most beloved leaders of the 20th century, Nelson Mandela, has prompted an outpouring of grief and condolences from world leaders, politicians, diplomats and millions around the world. Here are some of the online reactions from Canada, U.S. and abroad: Storified by CTVNews.ca · Thu, Dec 05 2013 14:58:18
R.I.P Nelson Mandela, one of the greatest people to have ever walked this earth. It makes me proud knowing that someone in my family was once helping you:') #nelson #mandela #rip #amazing #manSam Kendall
President Obama on Nelson Mandela: "A man who took history in his hands, and bent the arc of the moral universe toward justice."The White House
All of Canada mourns with the family of Nelson Mandela and the citizens of South Africa. The world has lost one of its great moral leaders.Stephen Harper
“As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.”- Nelson Mandela. You will be missed.Thomas Mulcair
Nelson Mandela will forever occupy a place in the hearts, minds and imaginations of the entire world. #madibaJustin Trudeau, MP
As we all sing the man that was and will remain #nelsonMandela http://t.co/EpGth5lZo7Legend-Manqele
Thank you, Nelson Mandela, for making this world a better place. http://t.co/7pK2UEYEyaSouth Africa
“Death is something inevitable.When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people&his country,he can rest in peace” #MadibaNelsonMandela
RT @NewYorker: A look at next week's cover, a tribute to Nelson Mandela: http://t.co/PQJKueWVrh http://t.co/nNAvGTsPfkNew Yorker News Desk
IN MEMORY OF NELSON MANDELA • 1918-2013 • HE CHANGED OUR WORLD http://t.co/TV0laPcxsoApollo Theater
Never met a better person in my life than Nelson Mandela. My sympathy to his family & his country.Samuel L. Jackson
May the life of Nelson Mandela long stand as the ultimate tribute to the triumph of hope. http://t.co/Bgv5TpayBWNancy Pelosi
#RIP #Nelson #Mandela ###AA
A sad day for me and all my African brothers . #NelsonMandela is not dead , he lives on forever . The nation shall miss you #madibaKing Emanuel Ebouee
Today is a dark day for the world. Our beloved human rights hero and father of democracy, Nelson #Mandela, has passed on.CapeTownMagazine.com
Outside Madiba's house - crowds are gathering to pay their respects. We will miss you Madiba. http://t.co/3v7kqyrOR4DrumStruckShow
THANK YOU NELSON MANDELA. LONG LIVE YOUR LEGACY & YOUR WORDS BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY YOUR SPIRIT! THX 4 YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO OUR WORLD. #CHANGEMichael Ealy
#RIP#Nelson#Mandel#❤️#laura2959
RIP Nelson #Mandela, a true champion of #humanrightsAmnestyInternational
Nelson Mandela’s unwavering courage, forgiveness & hope touched & inspired people all around the world. Rest in Peace http://t.co/BbrVhmmxS9(RED)
Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela. A true inspiration & role model for peace & international collaboration. We will continue to learn from him.Buzz Aldrin
R.I.P. Nelson Mandela #nelsonmandela #quote #wisdom #nelson #mandela #rip #quotesRebecca Zijlstra
