In her own simple way, Rosa Parks changed the history of our nation. She forced us to recognize the dignity of every person. She was a prophet -- a common instrument of God inviting us and challenging us to a new vision of solidarity, equality and justice. We were blessed to have her as citizen of Detroit. Adam Maida More Adam Maida Quotes 3
It's better to lose with honesty and dignity than win by cheating. James Parker More James Parker Quotes 3
Making a comeback is one of the most difficult things to do with dignity. Greg Lake British Musician More Greg Lake Quotes 2
To bear defeat with dignity, to accept criticism with poise, to receive honors with humility -- these are marks of maturity and graciousness. William Arthur Ward American More William Arthur Ward Quotes 2
I don't want to flee, nor do I want to abandon the battle of these farmers who live without any protection in the forest. They have the sacrosanct right to aspire to a better life on land where they can live and work with dignity while respecting the environment. Dorothy Stang American Clergyman More Dorothy Stang Quotes 1
The human mind is capable of excitement without the application of gross and violent stimulants; and he must have a very faint perception of its beauty and dignity who does not know this. William Wordsworth English Poet More William Wordsworth Quotes 1
There is no dignity in wickedness, whether in purple or rags; and hell is a democracy of devils, where all are equals. Herman Melville American Novelist More Herman Melville Quotes 1
Education can give you a skill, but a liberal education can give you dignity. Ellen Key Swedish Writer More Ellen Key Quotes 1
Religion in its humility restores man to his only dignity, the courage to live by grace. George Santayana American Philosopher More George Santayana Quotes 1
The degree in which a poet's imagination dominates reality is, in the end, the exact measure of his importance and dignity. George Santayana American Philosopher More George Santayana Quotes 0
Freeing hostages is like putting up a stage set, which you do with the captors, agreeing on each piece as you slowly put it together; then you leave an exit through which both the captor and the captive can walk with sincerity and dignity. Terry Waite British Author More Terry Waite Quotes 0
The defense of our rights and our dignity, as well as efforts never to let ourselves to be overcome by the feeling of hatred - this is the road we have chosen. Lech Walesa Polish Activist More Lech Walesa Quotes 0
The sole and basic source of our strength is the solidarity of workers, peasants and the intelligentsia, the solidarity of the nation, the solidarity of people who seek to live in dignity, truth, and in harmony with their conscience. Lech Walesa Polish Activist More Lech Walesa Quotes 0
This conviction brought me, in the summer of 1978, to the Free Trade Unions - formed by a group of courageous and dedicated people who came out in the defense of the workers' rights and dignity. Lech Walesa Polish Activist More Lech Walesa Quotes 0
The World Trade Center is a living symbol of man's dedication to world peace... a representation of man's belief in humanity, his need for individual dignity, his beliefs in the cooperation of men, and, through cooperation, his ability to find greatness. Minoru Yamasaki American Architect More Minoru Yamasaki Quotes 0
Our moral, religious, and political traditions are united in their respect for the dignity of human life. Robert Casey American Politician More Robert Casey Quotes 0
Whose rights will we acknowledge? Whose human dignity will we respect? For whose well-being will we, as a people, assume responsibility? Robert Casey American Politician More Robert Casey Quotes 0
The U.S. military has done a phenomenal job of creating these facilities almost over-night and dealing with these sworn enemies of America with more respect and dignity than they ever would have considered according our officers had they captured any. Charles Foster Bass American Politician More Charles Foster Bass Quotes 0
It is not the quantity but the quality of knowledge which determines the mind's dignity. William Ellery Channing American Writer More William Ellery Channing Quotes 0
In the 21st century, I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new, more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life, regardless of race or religion. Kofi Annan Statesman More Kofi Annan Quotes 0
As far as we are concerned, we are ready to leave today, tomorrow, at any time, to join the people of Haiti, to share in their suffering, help rebuild the country, moving from misery to poverty with dignity. Jean-Bertrand Aristide Haitian Statesman More Jean-Bertrand Aristide Quotes 0
Dignity does not consist in possessing honors, but in deserving them. Aristotle Greek Philosopher More Aristotle Quotes 0
The ideal man bears the accidents of life with dignity and grace, making the best of circumstances. Aristotle Greek Philosopher More Aristotle Quotes 0
And each of us can practice rights ourselves, treating each other without discrimination, respecting each other's dignity and rights. Carol Bellamy American Educator More Carol Bellamy Quotes 0