Mary McLeod Bethune quotes

The drums of Africa still beat in my heart. They will not let me rest while there is a single Negro boy or girl without a chance to prove his worth. (Mary McLeod Bethune)
Faith is the first factor in a life devoted to service. Without it, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
We have a powerful potential in out youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
I never stop to plan. I take things step-by-step. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
Without faith, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
The whole world opened to me when I learned to read. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it might be a diamond in the rough. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
The true worth of a race must be measured by the character of its womanhood. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
Knowledge is the prime need of the hour. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
Whatever glory belongs to the race for a development unprecedented in history for the given length of time, a full share belongs to the womanhood of the race. View quote
Mary McLeod Bethune
Cease to be a drudge, seek to be an artist. (Mary McLeod Bethune)