In all our deeds, the proper value and respect for time determines success or failure.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that how we use our time is very important for whether we succeed or fail at the things we do. If we value our time and use it wisely, we are more likely to achieve our goals. But if we don't respect the time we have, we may not be able to complete the tasks or projects we set out to do.
About Malcolm X
Malcolm X was an African American revolutionary and civil rights activist who was a prominent figure in the Nation of Islam until 1964. He was a vocal advocate for Black empowerment and the promotion of Islam within the African American community, and his pursuit of racial justice made him a widely celebrated figure despite being accused of preaching violence.
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Truth is on the side of the oppressed.
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Power never takes a back step only in the face of more power.
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I believe in a religion that believes in freedom. Any time I have to accept a religion that won’t let me fight a battle for my people, I say to hell with that religion.
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Stumbling is not falling.
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If you have no critics you’ll likely have no success.
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