Martin Luther King
...religious influence in has writings of course stemmed from his extremely faithful background, with becoming a minister a very large factor as well. With this in mind, it is actually quite easy to spot and pick up on his religious references in many of his works. He has often referred to human beings as “God’s children” when speaking of all people becoming free and equal. Also, his freedom speech uses statements such as “the majestic heights meeting physical force with soul force”, and “the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see together”. These religious references are only a few examples from one of his many highly respected writings, and the other references he used were just as effective. Music, what better way to get thought to people? King was no ones fool, and he knew the extensive power which lies in the heart of music. It can stir amazing emotions, and set moods for the most sombre of occasions, so he utilized the power of music into his speech. A clever song he has tied into his “Freedom Speech” is an adaptation of God Save the Queen called ‘My Country Tis’ Of Thee”. The song speaks about freedom coming to the land, and the great king of all, God. In another song reference, the lyrics of “Free at last! Thank God almighty. ” are wisely used to accent how freedom could be in the future. King knew just how make the harsh topic of segregation into a mix of amazing statements and truths in a time where these messages were extremely important. Only months after King had given this famous speech, he was assassinated while in Memphis Tennessee. It was only because of those as st...