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Existence Quote by Marcus Garvey

“LIFE is that existence that is given to man to live for a purpose, to live to his own satisfaction and pleasure, providing he forgets not the God who created him and who expects a spiritual obedience and observation of the moral laws that He has inspired.” quote by Marcus Garvey
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“LIFE is that existence that is given to man to live for a purpose, to live to his own satisfaction and pleasure, providing he forgets not the God who created him and who expects a spiritual obedience and observation of the moral laws that He has inspired.”

Marcus Garvey

About This Quote

Source Speech: Marcus Garvey's "Universal Negro Improvement Association" address, 1920

Human life has purpose, pleasure, and moral duty, balanced with remembrance of God and spiritual obedience.

In simple terms: Life is purposeful, pleasurable, and moral, with God in mind.

Key Takeaway

Live purposefully, honor moral law, remember God.

Themes

purpose pleasure morality spirituality responsibility

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal fulfillment
  • community service
  • religious practice
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

ethics theology humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you integrate personal joy with moral duties?
  • What role does spirituality play in your purpose?
A Different Perspective

Balancing personal pleasure with moral obligations can be challenging.

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