CBN.com – VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., January 13, 2010 -- On today’s The 700 Club, during a segment about the devastation, suffering and humanitarian effort that is needed in Haiti, Dr. Robertson also spoke about Haiti’s history. His comments were based on the widely-discussed 1791 slave rebellion led by Boukman Dutty at Bois Caiman, where the slaves allegedly made a famous pact with the devil in exchange for victory over the French. This history, combined with the horrible state of the country, has led countless scholars and religious figures over the centuries to believe the country is cursed. Dr. Robertson never stated that the earthquake was God’s wrath. If you watch the entire video segment, Dr. Robertson’s compassion for the people of Haiti is clear. He called for prayer for them. His humanitarian arm has been working to help thousands of people in Haiti over the last year, and they are currently launching a major relief and recovery effort to help the victims of this disaster. They have sent a shipment of millions of dollars worth of medications that is now in Haiti, and their disaster team leaders are expected to arrive tomorrow and begin operations to ease the suffering.
Chris Roslan
Spokesman for CBN
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Pat Robertson's statement was perhaps insensitive in regards to timing. However, it was historically accurate. It is unfortunate that the media on all sides was quick to jump on this and frame a few seconds of sound bite to make it sound like Robertson was saying "God is punishing Haiti so we don't have to feel sorry for them".
To the contrary, Roberts and his organization have spends hours of air time in the last several days encouraging prayer and support for the people of Haiti. For those who have actually seen the entire segment of the program when Robertson made the statement, it is very apparent that Robertson was leading into encouraging everyone to do what they could to help Haitians.
What happened was a "shaking" of the people of Haiti to wake up and turn to God, and it is an important opportunity for Christians to help and show them God's love.
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