Today is such an important day as we celebrate an American hero who taught the world to look beyond race and petty differences, and instead focus on that which unites us. Martin Luther King Jr. Day represents the promise of a better tomorrow and provides us the opportunity to honor and celebrate a humble man whose contributions to our society and the world still reverberate through time.
Few people left a larger or more positive impact on the world than Martin Luther King Jr., but the inequities still prevalent today show there’s still much to be done and that we must all pull together to carry on his great work. MLK taught us that we have so much more in common than what sets us apart, and that love is a truly powerful bridge which spans cultures and connects us all.
I feel we could all benefit from understanding and appreciating King’s outlook and mindset, so I’ve included below a selection of some of my favorite MLK quotes that I feel encapsulates his persona and wisdom…
- “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.”
- “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”
- “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”
- “We must live together as brothers or perish together as fools.”
- “Wars are poor chisels for carving out peaceful tomorrows.”
MLK Day reminds us that our commonalities far outweigh our petty differences, and only when we look upon each other with love, understanding, and respect can we begin to appreciate the dynamic splendor of humanity. Love is the bridge that can overcome any divide, and Martin Luther King Jr. understood that better than anyone. I hope this collection of quotes helps inspire you to see the world through his eyes and ultimately become that bridge in your own lives.
In a time where geopolitical upheaval and uncivil discourse have frayed the very fabric of our society, let us remember the kindness and wisdom of Dr. King and the love he had for his fellow man. He saw the unity in humanity, and I hope his spirit of kindness and equality inspires everyone to be a better person and to understand that the only race which matters is the human race.
Keep Growing
-JR Ridinger
