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February is the month we celebrate Black History. In my (J Troutman) early twenties, I watched Martin Luther King, Jr. lead a the nonviolent movement. I believe many today do not know of the pledge he required. See below a reproduction the  Commitment Card.

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• Signing of Martin Luther King, Jr Commitment Card
  

  Commitment Card

  
  Martin Luther King, Jr.
  1963

  I hereby pledge myself—my person and body—to the nonviolent movement. Therefore I will keep the following ten commandments:

  1. Meditate daily on the teachings and life of Jesus.

  2. Remember always that the non—violent movement seeks justice and reconciliation — not victory.

  3. Walk and talk in the manner of love, for God is love.

  4. Pray daily to be used by God in order that all men might be free.

  5. Sacrifice personal wishes in order that all men might be free.

  6. Observe with both friend and foe the ordinary rules of courtesy.

  7. Seek to perform regular service for others and for the world.

  8. Refrain from the violence of fist, tongue, or heart.

  9. Strive to be in good spiritual and bodily health.

  10.Follow the directions of the movement and of the captain on a demonstration.

  I sign this pledge, having seriously considered what I do and with the determination and will to persevere.

  Name____________________

  Address__________________

  Phone___________________

  Nearest Relative___________

  Address__________________

  Besides demonstrations, I could also help the movement by: (Circle the proper items)

  Run errands, Drive my car, Fix food for volunteers, Clerical work, Make phone calls, Answer phones, Mimeograph, Type, Print Signs, Distribute leaflets.

  ALABAMA CHRISTIAN MOVEMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

  Birmingham Affiliate of S.C.L.C.

  505 1/2 North 17th Street

  F.L. Shuttlesworth, President

   

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