Abyss Quote by Melvin B. Tolson
“Out of abysses of Illiteracy, Through labyrinths of Lies, Across wastelands of Disease . . . We advance Out of dead-ends of Poverty, Through wilderness of Superstition, Across barricades of Jim Crowism . . . We advance.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Dark Symphony," 1940
Despite oppression, humanity persists and advances through adversity.
In simple terms: Humanity moves forward despite hardship.
Key Takeaway
Persevere through challenges.
Themes
resilience
social justice
progress
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- civil rights activism
- community organizing
- educational reform
Key Concepts
oppression
poverty
racial inequality
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels perseverance in oppression?
- How can societies sustain advancement?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be slow and met with setbacks.
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