Martin Luther King, Jr. Quotes

United States, Baptist
January 15, 1929 – April, 4, 1968.

Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement from 1954 until his death in 1968. Born in Atlanta, King is best known for advancing civil rights through nonviolence and civil disobedience, tactics his Christian beliefs and the nonviolent activism of Mahatma Gandhi helped inspire.

Also known as Activist

A man does not measure its height in moments of comfort, but in terms of change and controversy.

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- Change
- Comfort
- Measure
There is nothing more majestic than the determined courage of individuals willing to suffer and sacrifice for their freedom and dignity.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Freedom
- Courage
- Suffer

Peace is not simply the absence of conflict, but the existence of justice for all people.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Peace
- Justice
- Conflict
Never, never be afraid to do what's right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society's punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way.

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- Soul
- Animal
- Afraid
Everyone can be great, because everyone can serve.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Great
- Serve
I think there can be a collective leadership. Maybe some symbolize the struggle [for human's rights] a little more than others, but I think it's absolutely necessary for the leadership to be united in order to make the revolution effective.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
Be sure to play "Blessed Lord" tonight - play it real pretty.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Pretty
- Play
- Blessed Lord
The greatest pain is the pain of a new idea.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Pain
- Idea

You only need a heart full of grace.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Heart
- Need
- Grace