Material science enables one to send a message around the world in a fraction of a second. Language and distance no longer serve as insurmountable barriers to the exchange of thought. But until heart meets heart in understanding and in love, there is no true communication.
This was found to be true in the experience of an African student and an American. They met as a result of a sincere desire in each of them to further understanding among men across national and cultural lines. In time there developed a deep friendship cemented by a keen appreciation and love of the ennobling qualities of humanity that each expressed. But it was found that this was not enough to spare them the pain of a rough encounter between their disparate ideological and sociological backgrounds.
During many months of candid exchanges of views and sincere efforts to effect a more enriching communication, there was frequently much hurt and much frustration. To each it seemed that the other was wearing blinders in some areas. The issues upon which they so earnestly desired to communicate were vital to each.
