As The Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service has passed, and the efforts of
Dr. King are top of mind for many in the US and around the world, I thought
that this would be a fitting time to write a brief review of A Testament OfHope which is a collection of the writings interviews and speeches of the late
Dr. King.
As a person who is concerned with issues of justice as well
as issues of faith, I find that by reading and reflecting on the words of those
in the past who have dedicated themselves towards making a better place, I am
able to better serve in related a related way today. Dr. King's example and words continue to motivate people to pursue justice and serve others.
This book of speeches, essays, and interviews is utterly
inspring. To be able to sit and read the writings of one of the leaders of the
African American Civil Rights movment in the United States, as well those of a
passionate ambassador for peace is an encouragement for anyone who is carrying
the torch forward. Our world is significantly different than that of Dr. King’s,
but looking back, we can see the effects of a life dedicated toward making a
difference.
As we continue to live in the legacy of Dr King and other
activists of the past, I believe that people young and old around the world can
appreciate the words of this book, and should take the time to read it and
reflect on the words and life of Dr. King.
No comments:
Post a Comment