17 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes (biography.com)

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) 1/18/2110:56 AM

Here are 17 inspiring quotes from MLK's famous speeches and writings about education, justice, hope, perseverance and freedom:

"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."

—Strength to Love, 1963

"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."

—"Letter from Birmingham Jail," April 16, 1963

“We have also come to this hallowed spot to remind America of th fierce urgency of Now. This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy.”

—"I Have A Dream" speech in Washington, D.C., August 28, 1963

To read all 17 quotes in the Biography article, please click here, 17 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes - Biography

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Claire HowardMember

Thanks for such an inspiring article. Martin Luther King Jr. was a beacon of hope and courage in times of great injustice. His actions have indelibly impacted the world and will inspire future generations to fight for justice, equality, and human rights. Preparing a speech inspired by him requires a deep understanding of his message, so I used this source https://edubirdie.com/write-my-speech to make it perfect. His commitment to non-violent resistance and unwavering faith in the power of love and unity has impacted me indelibly. I am excited to delve into his work and hopefully do justice to his legacy.

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