In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., here are eight influential quotes from a man who stood for his convictions, even in the face of adversity. To learn more about Dr. King, head to The King Center website.
8 Influential Quotes From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into friend.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “The time is always right to do what is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “We will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.