From a prison cell on Robben Island, Nelson Mandela became a global figure of defiance against a brutal regime.

On his release he astonished the world when he persuaded South Africans to forgive each other and build a country together. He was adored internationally, but have we fully embraced his philosophy of forgiveness?

Sarah's panel today was:

• Paul Walsh, professor of International Development Studies at University College Dublin,
• Fr Sean Healy, Director of Social Justice Ireland who spent 10 years working in Africa during apartheid,
• Tom Lodge, professor of peace and conflict studies at the University of Limerick who spent many years working in South Africa, both before and after Mandela's release.

You can listen back to the discussion below. Let us know your thoughts on Twitter: @talkingpointnt.