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Achieve Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr

“I still believe that standing up for the truth of God is the greatest thing in the world. This is the end (purpose) of life. The end of life is not to be happy. The end of life is not to achieve pleasure and avoid pain. The end of life is to do the will of God, come what may.” quote by Martin Luther King, Jr
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“I still believe that standing up for the truth of God is the greatest thing in the world. This is the end (purpose) of life. The end of life is not to be happy. The end of life is not to achieve pleasure and avoid pain. The end of life is to do the will of God, come what may.”

Martin Luther King, Jr

About This Quote

Source Speech: Sermon on the Mount, 1963

The ultimate purpose of life is to fulfill God's will, not to seek personal happiness or avoid pain.

In simple terms: Life's purpose is serving God, not personal pleasure.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize divine will over self‑interest.

Themes

faith purpose service spirituality

Mood

solemn determined inspirational

Type

spiritual motivational ethical

When to use this quote

  • religious devotion
  • ethical decision‑making
  • caring for others
  • standing up for truth

Key Concepts

theology existential meaning sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you sacrifice for a higher purpose?
  • How do you balance personal well‑being with spiritual duty?
A Different Perspective

Human desire for comfort can conflict with demanding divine obedience.

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