Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Any religion that professes to be concerned about the souls of men and is not concerned about the slums that damn them, the economic conditions that strangle them and the social conditions that cripple them is a spiritually moribund religion awaiting burial.

Any religion that professes to be concerned about the souls

Summary

This quote highlights the necessary connection between religion and social justice. It suggests that a religion claiming to prioritize the well-being of individuals' souls cannot ignore or neglect the harsh realities of poverty, economic oppression, and societal injustices that affect people's lives. Such a religion, which fails to address these pressing issues, is deemed spiritually empty and irrelevant, awaiting its inevitable demise. It emphasizes the vital role of religion in addressing collective human suffering and advocating for a more just and compassionate society.

By Martin Luther King, Jr.

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