10 Quotes from Malcolm X that will actually change your life

Born on May 19, 1925 Malcolm Little also known as el-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz was an American Muslim minister and human rights activist.

Regarded as one of the greatest and most influential African Americans in history, Malcolm X was a courageous man who championed the rights of black people.

In February 1965, he was assassinated by three members of the Nation of Islam.

The Autobiography of Malcolm X, published shortly after his death, is considered one of the most influential nonfiction books of the 20th century.

Here are 10 quotes from him:

1. Stand for something:

2. Failure is necessary sometimes:

3. Be peaceful but don't be stupid:

4. Stay woke:

5. Truthfulness and sincerity is everything:

6. Be patient with people:

7. Make some fucking noise:

8. Treat Black women with some respeck:

9. Criticism is healthy:

10. Rebel against the system:

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