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For there is no defense for a man who, in the excess of his wealth, has kicked the great altar of Justice out of sight.

I believe in the equality of man; and I believe that religious duties consist in doing justice, loving mercy, and endeavoring to make our fellow-creatures happy.

Justice is a certain rectitude of mind whereby a man does what he ought to do in the circumstances confronting him.

The robbed that smiles, steals something from the thief.

Enslave the liberty of but one human being and the liberties of the world are put in peril.

We who in engage in nonviolent direct action are not the creators of tension. We merely bring to the surface the hidden tension that is already alive.

To do a great right do a little wrong.

Rather leave the crime of the guilty unpunished than condemn the innocent.

If you seek violence, we will seek to put you in jail.

Amnesty is as good for those who give it as for those who receive it. It has the admirable quality of bestowing mercy on both sides.