Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

The question is no longer between violence and non-violence it is between non-violence and non-existence.

The question is no longer between violence and non-violence

Summary

This quote highlights the urgency of choosing non-violence over any alternative, including the possibility of non-existence. It suggests that the traditional dichotomy between violence and non-violence has shifted in significance. In a world marked by various global challenges, such as climate change and nuclear weapons, the quote suggests that the consequences of violence could lead to humanity's ultimate destruction. Hence, it emphasizes the crucial need to embrace non-violence as the only viable path forward to ensure the survival and well-being of humanity.

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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