Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

A nation or civilization that continues to produce soft-minded men purchases its own spiritual death on the installment plan.

A nation or civilization that continues to produce soft-mind

Summary

This quote suggests that a nation or civilization that consistently produces individuals who lack critical thinking, resilience, and strong character is gradually destroying its collective spirit. By promoting an environment that discourages intellectual growth and independent thought, such a society is slowly leading itself towards decay and spiritual demise. This quote serves as a warning about the dangers of prioritizing complacency and conformity over intellectual and moral development.

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Men Death Plans Nations

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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