More Quotes by Martin Luther King Jr.
Nothing in the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.
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.
Perhaps the worst sin in life is knowing right and not doing it.
Use me, God. Show me how to take who I am, who I want to be, and what I can do, and use it for a purpose greater than myself.
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'
I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.
It is always the right time to do the right thing.
May I stress the need for courageous, intelligent, and dedicated leadership... Leaders of sound integrity. Leaders not in love with publicity, but in love with justice. Leaders not in love with money, but in love with humanity. Leaders who can subject their particular egos to the greatness of the cause.
If you can't be a sun, be a star. For it isn't by size that you win or fail. Be the best of whatever you are.