Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

The will is a beast of burden. If God mounts it, it wishes and goes as God wills; if Satan mounts it, it wishes and goes as Satan wills; Nor can it choose its rider... the riders contend for its possession.

The will is a beast of burden. If God mounts it, it wishes a

Summary

This quote metaphorically portrays the human will as a beast of burden, emphasizing its susceptibility to external influences. It suggests that the will can be driven and controlled by either good (God) or evil (Satan), without having the choice to select its rider. Therefore, the will becomes a battleground where these contrasting forces compete for dominance, ultimately shaping the actions and desires of an individual.

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Belief

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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