"A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots"
- Marcus Garvey
About this Quote
This quote by Marcus Garvey suggests that without an understanding and gratitude of one's cultural heritage and history, a group of individuals will lack a sense of identity and instructions. The referral to a tree without roots symbolizes that without a strong connection to their history and origins, a people can not grow and prosper. Basically, Garvey is highlighting the significance of understanding and valuing one's cultural identity in order to accomplish cumulative success and development.
"The opportunity to create a small world between two pieces of cardboard, where time exists yet stands still, where people talk and I tell them what to say, is exciting and rewarding"
"We have our own history, our own language, our own culture. But our destiny is also tied up with the destinies of other people - history has made us all South Africans"
