Martin Luther-King-Jr.-Quotes

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY:JANUARY 15, 1929 Martin Luther King’s BORN Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and major leader of the Civil Rights Movement. After his assassination, he was memorialized by Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Commitment Card Martin Luther King, Jr.1963 I hereby pledge myself—my person and body—to the nonviolent movement. Therefore I will keep the following ten commandments: 1. Meditate daily on the teachings and life of Jesus. 2. Remember always that the non—violent movement seeks justice and reconciliation — not victory. 3. Walk and talk in the manner of love, for God is love. 4. Pray daily to be used by God in order that all men might be free. 5. Sacrifice personal wishes in order that all men might be free. 6. Observe with both friend and foe the ordinary rules of courtesy. 7. Seek to perform regular service for others and for the world. 8. Refrain from the violence of fist, tongue, or heart. 9. Strive to be in good spiritual and bodily health. 10.Follow the directions of the movement and of the captain on a demonstration. I sign this pledge, having seriously considered what I do and with the determination and will to persevere. Name____________________ Address__________________ Phone___________________ Nearest Relative___________ Address__________________ Besides demonstrations, I could also help the movement by: (Circle the proper items) Run errands, Drive my car, Fix food for volunteers, Clerical work, Make phone calls, Answer phones, Mimeograph, Type, Print Signs, Distribute leaflets. ALABAMA CHRISTIAN MOVEMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS Birmingham Affiliate of S.C.L.C. 505 1/2 North 17th Street F.L. Shuttlesworth, President