Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Since being in India, I am more convinced than ever before that the method of nonviolent resistance is the most potent weapon available to oppressed people in their struggle for justice and human dignity.

Since being in India, I am more convinced than ever before t

Summary

This quote by Martin Luther King Jr. highlights the profound impact that his time in India had on his understanding of nonviolent resistance. He asserts that his experiences in India have deepened his conviction that nonviolence is an incredibly powerful tool for oppressed individuals and communities seeking justice and human dignity. Through his exposure to the teachings and practices of Mahatma Gandhi, King recognized the transformative potential of nonviolent resistance in challenging oppressive systems and achieving lasting social change. This quote speaks to the profound influence of India's nonviolent movement on King's philosophy and future activism in the United States.

By Martin Luther King, Jr.

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