Happy Birthday Rosa Parks – Inspirational quotes from a true inspiration

Today would mark the 106th birthday of Rosa Park (February 4,  1913).  A civil rights activist and patron of equality, Ms. Parks represented the essence of strength and courage, not only for blacks and females, but for millions around the world.

In honor of her birthday, we would like to share some of Rosa Parks most inspiration quotes

Quotes of Rosa Parks

“I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.”

“Each person must live their life as a model for others.”

“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.”

“No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.”

“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.”

“Each person must live their life as a model for others.”

“Racism is still with us. But it is up to us to prepare our children for what they have to meet, and, hopefully, we shall overcome.”

“I would like to be remembered as a person who wanted to be free… so other people would be also free.”

“Memories of our lives, of our works and our deeds will continue in others.”

“Have you ever been hurt and the place tries to heal a bit, and you just pull the scar off of it over and over again.”

“I knew someone had to take the first step and I made up my mind not to move.”

“All I was doing was trying to get home from work.I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.”