Benjamin Mays

Benjamin Mays (1894-1984) was an American Baptist minister, educator, and social activist who served as president of Morehouse College and influenced the Civil Rights movement. His writings and speeches emphasized moral leadership and education, reflected in the quoted line about the importance of setting goals.

Quotes by Benjamin Mays

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The tragedy of life doesn’t lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach. — Benjamin Mays

The Tragedy of Life Isn’t in Failing to Reach a Goal, But in Having No Goal — Benjamin Mays

Benjamin Mays, a civil rights leader and educator, often emphasized personal responsibility and leadership. His teachings influenced people, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., demonstrating the power of vision and having a goal, both personally and in society. [...]

Created on: 10/10/2024