Courage and Moral Conviction Can Overcome Oppression
The book highlights how unwavering moral conviction and collective action can challenge and dismantle oppressive systems. The villagers of Le Chambon, led by André and Magda Trocmé, exemplified this by sheltering Jewish refugees during World War II, driven by their shared values and history of persecution. "Do you think we are all brothers or not? Do you think it is unjust to turn in the Jews or not? Then let us try to help!" Their defiance was rooted not in calculated rebellion but in a deep sense of justice and humanity, demonstrating that moral resistance is a collective strength capable of standing against formidable powers.