Famous quote by Mahalia Jackson

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It is easy to be independent when youve got money. But to be independent when you havent got a thing, thats the Lords te
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"It is easy to be independent when you've got money. But to be independent when you haven't got a thing, that's the Lord's test"

- Mahalia Jackson

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Mahalia Jackson's quote suggests that real independence is not attained through financial wealth, however rather through the capability to survive and flourish in spite of being without material possessions or financial support. This kind of independence, according to Jackson, is a test from a higher power, recommending that it needs strength and strength beyond what can be bought with money.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mahalia Jackson between October 26, 1911 and January 27, 1972. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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