Today we celebrate the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. He was an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement.
He would have been 89 years old today. Fifty years ago (this April 4), MLK was struck down by a coward’s bullet, while standing on the second-floor balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis. That is now the site of the National Civil Rights Museum.
A few great MLK quotes:
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”
“We may have all come on different ships, but we’re in the same boat now.”
“In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
“The time is always right to do what is right.”
Fifty years ago, MLK said these things. What an affirmation of truth always being truth. These quotes fit beautifully and perfectly in what is still going on in our world. These truths not only apply to racism, but also to politics and nearly every socioeconomic situation, including church and family.
MLK had plenty of quotes. Look up more of them yourself. I think you will see how apropos they were and are. For now, read these five about 10 more times and see how you can apply them, first and foremost, start with yourself.
HBD MLK.