The Measure of a ManFortress Press, 2001 - 55 pages Two brief yet powerful meditations from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. defining humanity's worth and completion relate to strides toward social justice. Eloquent and passionate, reasoned and sensitive, this pair of meditations by the revered civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. contains the theological roots of his political and social philosophy of nonviolent activism. In supporting reconciliation, Dr. King outlines human worth based on Scripture, encouraging the reader to know each person has worth, rational ability, and an invitation to fellowship with the Creator. In addition, Dr. King explains the three dimensions of life: length, breadth, and height; they must all be present and working harmoniously in order for life to be complete as an individual and as a community. Black and white photos from Dr. King's life along with simple prayers from the reverend round out this short but poignant offering. |
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... means in any doctrine of man that we must be concerned with man's physical well - being . It may be true that man cannot live by bread alone , but the mere fact that Jesus added the " alone " means that man cannot live without bread ...
... means when he says , " Thou hast crowned him with glory and honor . " Man has rational capacity ; man has a mind ; man can reason . This distinguishes him from the lower animals . And so , somehow , man is in nature , and yet he is ...
... means rational , healthy , and moral self - interest . You are commanded to do that . That is the length of life . Love your neighbor as you love yourself . You are commanded to do that . That is the breadth of life . But never forget ...