Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

The moral arc of the universe bends at the elbow of justice.

The moral arc of the universe bends at the elbow of justice.

Summary

This quote, coined by Martin Luther King Jr., suggests that justice is the driving force behind the progress of society. The metaphor of the "elbow" indicates a flexible and malleable nature of the moral arc. It implies that justice has the power to shape the direction and trajectory of human history towards a more equitable and moral state. The quote emphasizes the notion that moral principles, carried out through acts of justice, are instrumental in creating a better future for all.

By Martin Luther King, Jr.

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