God and Nature first made us what we are, and then out of our own created genius we make ourselves what we want to be. Follow always that great law. Let the sky and God be our limit and Eternity our measurement.
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If the enemy could only know that Marcus Garvey is but a John the Baptist in the wilderness, that a greater and more dangerous Marcus Garvey is yet to appear, the Garvey with whom you will have to reckon for the injustice of the present generation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that the speaker, Marcus Garvey, sees himself as a precursor to greater change and justice that is yet to come.
In this quote, Marcus Garvey reflects on his role as a forerunner in the struggle against injustice and oppression, comparing himself to John the Baptist, who heralded the arrival of someone greater. He implies that while he may be a significant figure in the fight for equality and rights for the oppressed, there will be future leaders who will have an even greater impact, challenging the injustices of their time and the present generation.
Themes
JusticeChangeLeadershipOppressionFuture
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about civil rights, one could cite Garvey to inspire others about the ongoing struggle.
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