Form Quote by Booker T. Washington
“We must not only become reliable, progressive, skillful and intelligent, but we must keep the idea constantly before our youths that all forms of labor, whether with the hand or head, are honorable.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Up from Slavery, 1901
Labor of mind or body is dignified; youth should see all work as respectable.
In simple terms: All work is honorable.
Key Takeaway
Respect every kind of work.
Themes
dignity
labor
education
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- career counseling
- community service
- family discussions
Key Concepts
social equity
human worth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we teach youth to value all jobs?
- What biases affect our view of work?
A Different Perspective
Some societies still devalue manual work.
