Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist …

Martin Luther King, Jr.
798 citations
Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary. ✨ Martin Luther King Jr. (1963). Strength to Love
Love
15

More Author Quotes

The movement for equality and justice can only be a success if it has both a mass and militant character; the barriers to be overcome require both. ✨ Martin Luther King (Jr.) (1964). A Martin Luther … ▶
Through nonviolent resistance the Negro will be able to rise to the noble height of opposing the unjust system while loving the perpetrators of the system. ✨ Martin Luther King (Jr.) (1964). A Martin … ▶
We must shift the arms race into a 'peace race'. ✨ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (2010). Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, p.214, Beacon Press
There is no gain without struggle.
Gandhi was inevitable. If humanity is to progress, Gandhi is inescapable. He lived, thought and acted, inspired by the vision of humanity evolving toward a world of peace and harmony. We may ignore G … ▶

Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary. ✨ Martin Luther King Jr. (1963). Strength to Love

More Author Quotes

Most Cited Authors

The Best Quotes

Most Liked Authors

Curated Author Quotes