Howard Thurman

Howard Thurman was an influential American author, philosopher, theologian, and civil rights leader known for his work in spirituality and social justice. He served as a mentor to many leaders of the civil rights movement, including Martin Luther King Jr., and his writings emphasized the connection between inner peace and outward action. Thurman's most famous work, 'Jesus and the Disinherited,' profoundly shaped the theology of nonviolent resistance.