India, Aug. 28 -- When King Harald V of Norway addressed his nation in recent years, he often chose words that transcended politics. The one above is one of his most memorable quotes, which continues to be widely shared after his death at the age of 89 on August 28.

On August 17, the King was admitted to the hospital for the second time this year. Less than a week later, the palace issued an update on King Harald, stating that he was being treated with medication for a "bloodstream bacterial infection" and that his health had "worsened."

On August 27, the Royal House declared that the King's condition was "very serious" and that his health had once again "deteriorated."

Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon canceled their next official e...