“That whites not only had no patent on Christianity; they were often its obstacle. That Jesus had been freed from white religion, and he wanted these kids to know that they did not have to beg for respect; it was already in them, and they needed only to display it.”
Toni Morrison is an American novelist known for her profound portrayal of the history and culture of African Americans. Her works often explore issues of race, gender, and identity, with her most famous novels being 'The Bluest Eye' and 'Sula'. more
“Conduct yourself in a manner that is worthy of respect and don’t worry about what others think.”
“ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ನಮ್ಮವರಾಗಿರಲ್ಲ; ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸ್ವಾಭಿಮಾನಕ್ಕೂ ಬೆಲೆ ಕೊಡಿ. -ಲೀ”
“Respect and honour start, from yourself. If you do that, you understand others in that outlook.”