The greatest pain is the pain of a new idea.

We are out to defeat injustice and not white persons who may be unjust.

One who breaks an unjust law must do so openly, lovingly, and with a willingness to accept the penalty.

When we see social relationships controlled everywhere by the principles which Jesus illustrated in life -- trust, love, mercy, and altruism -- then we shall know that the kingdom of God is here.

Again and again we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force.

When I am commanded to love, I am commanded to restore community, to resist injustice, and to meet the needs of my brothers.

A man dies when he refuses to stand up for that which is right. A man dies when he refuses to stand up for justice. A man dies when he refuses to take a stand for that which is true.