That man who is forced each day to snatch his manhood, his identity, out of the fire of human cruelty that rages to destroy it knows, if he survives his effort, and even if he does not survive it, something about himself and human life that no school on earth – and, indeed, no church – can teach. He achieves his own authority, and that is unshakable. {Click to read full quote.}
Tag Archives: Humanity
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Articles 1-30
Article 5: No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
Article 6: Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.
Article 7: All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. All are entitled to equal protection against any discrimination in violation of this Declaration and against any incitement to such discrimination.
Quest to be seen as normal.
“Usually, black entertainers and black figures in general, it’s either ‘You’re super-human’ or ‘You’re sub-human.’ But I really think it’s an achievement if you’re level zero….
In Honor of Maya Angelou
A woman who is in harmony with her spirit is like a river flowing. She goes where she will without pretense and arrives at her destination prepared to be herself and only herself. ~ Maya Angelou
Becoming Whole and Holy
Too often the Christian journey is understood simply in terms of becoming like God. While this is an essential component, if we only emphasize this aspect of it, we are likely to develop a spirituality that deemphasizes our humanity. The goal of the Christian spiritual journey is not to become less human and more divine; it is to become more fully human.
Can I Love You?
You can bestow your gift of love on family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, strangers – anybody and everybody.
Harvest Life 