Shimon Peres' legacy 'will remain with us all'

Shimon Peres left us without suffering.

Until the day of the stroke, he was fully fit. Ten months ago, he suffered a minor heart attack, treated at the Sheba Medical Centre, and his recovery was astounding.

He returned to full activity at the Peres Centre for Peace and Innovation, including trips to South Africa, Canada, meeting with the Pope and many others.

During his meetings across the world, we were amazed time and again, including the past years, to see world leaders stand before him like students before the Rabbi, eager to hear his wisdom.

We all believed that so much more still awaited him. That Israel and the world would continue to benefit from his contributions. His life ended abruptly, when he was still working on his great passion: strengthening the country and striving for peace. His legacy will remain with us all.

Thank you.