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Howard Thurman was an American author, theologian, and civil rights activist. His works primarily explored issues of race relations, spiritual growth, and human unity. Born in 1899, he passed away on April 10, 1981.

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“The years, the months, the days, and the hours have flown by my open window. Here and there an incident, a towering moment, a naked memory, an etched countenance, a whisper in the dark, a golden glow these and much more are the woven fabric of the time I have lived.”

Years Moments Hours Memories Dark Months Window Naked Golden Fabric Incidents Here And There Woven Countenance

Book:With Head and Heart: The Autobiography of Howard Thurman

Source: With Head and Heart: The Autobiography of Howard Thurman

“keep fresh before me the moments of my high resolve.”

Moments Resolve

Book:Meditations of the Heart

Source: Meditations of the Heart

“In whatever sense this year is a new year for you, may the moment find you eager and unafraid, ready to take it by the hand with joy and gratitude.”

Years May Moments Hands Joy Ready Gratitude New Year Unafraid Joy And Gratitude

Book:Meditations of the Heart

Source: Meditations of the Heart

“The movement of the Spirit of God in the hearts of men and women often calls them to act against the spirit of their times or causes them to anticipate a spirit which is yet in the making. In a moment of dedication they are given wisdom and courage to dare a deed that challenges and to kindle a hope that inspires.”

Men Heart Moments Spirit Given Causes Challenges Movement Inspire Men And Women Dare Deeds Dedication Anticipate Kindles Spirit Of God

Author:Howard Thurman

About the Author

Born: 1899
Died: April 10, 1981
Known for: Author
Quotes: 54

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Meditations of the HeartRelated source material

A Strange Freedom: The Best of Howard Thurman on Religious Experience and Public LifeRelated source material

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