The creation of the spiritual was no accident. It was a creation born of necessity, so that the slave might more adequately adjust himself to the conditions of the New World.
Benjamin E. MaysHe who starts behind in the great race of life must forever remain behind or run faster than the man in front.
Benjamin E. MaysA child must learn early to believe that she is somebody worthwhile, and that she can do many praiseworthy things.
Benjamin E. MaysIt is not a disaster to be unable to capture your ideal, but it is a disaster to have no ideal to capture.
Benjamin E. Mays