

"Mankind must put an end to war or war will put an end to mankind.

The question that day will not be, 'What kind of automobile did you have?' On that day the question will be, 'What did you do for others?'" ( "The Three Dimensions of a Complete Life" sermon) 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. Issue 157 JanuThe ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of convenience and comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. "Oh, there will be a day, the question won't be, 'How many awards did you get in life?' Not that day. "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." ( 1963 book Strength to Love) "We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always ripe to do right." (Letter from Birmingham City Jail) "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." (Letter from Birmingham City Jail)

Nearly 54 years after his death, take a look back at inspiring quotes from the civil rights leader in honor of his legacy. Here's a look back at some of Martin Luther King Jr.'s most poignant quotes.
