Influenced by Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance from "summary" of The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Clayborne Carson
King discovered that Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance resonated deeply with him. This revelation came during his studies in seminary, where he delved into the writings of the Indian leader. Gandhi's commitment to peaceful protest as a means of social change struck a chord with King, who was grappling with the racial injustices pervasive in America at the time. The idea of nonviolent resistance as a powerful tool for challenging oppression captivated King's imagination. He saw in Gandhi's approach a way to effect lasting change without resorting to violence. This philosophy offered a moral and strategic framework for confronting systemic racism and discrimination in a way that aligned with King's Christian beliefs. King was particula...
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