Langston Hughes

Poet Novelist American 1901 – 1967

African-American poet and writer of the Harlem Renaissance.

377 quotes

"Every generation must find its own voice and tell its own story."
Creativity
"The pursuit of justice is never finished work."
Justice
"Happiness is found in simple things and small moments of connection."
Happiness
"I have written to give voice to the voiceless."
Freedom
"Wisdom comes from listening to those who came before us."
Wisdom
"The human spirit cannot be broken by any force."
Strength
"Music is the universal language of the soul."
Music
"I've learned that failure is just a step toward success."
Success
"Love is the most revolutionary act of all."
Love
"Tomorrow is a new day, and it belongs to those brave enough to claim it."
Hope
"I write for those who cannot write for themselves."
Art
"Change begins with one person deciding to be different."
Change
"Education is the most powerful weapon against poverty."
Education
"The beauty of humanity is in its diversity."
Beauty
"I am my ancestors' prayers answered."
Family
"Kindness echoes farther than you know."
Kindness
"Perseverance is what separates dreamers from achievers."
Perseverance
"Every moment is an opportunity to choose hope."
Hope
"Friendship is the greatest wealth one can possess."
Friendship
"I learned that the most important stories are the quiet ones."
Literature
"Peace is a choice we make every day."
Peace
"Imagination can take us where our feet cannot go."
Imagination
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
Dreams
"I write to celebrate the ordinary heroism of everyday people."
Inspiration
"Knowledge is power, but only if we use it wisely."
Knowledge
"Life is a journey, not a destination."
Life
"Courage grows when we stand up for what we believe in."
Courage
"The truth may hurt, but a lie destroys."
Truth
"I believe we are all connected by our humanity."
Philosophy
"Work is more than employment; it's our contribution to the world."
Work