King's use of Biblical verses and imagery in his cause had to inspire intense consternation in the religious bigots then. Talking about a 'Promised Land" to Jim Crow era blacks was definitely a message/conclusion that was going to inspire his followers and dismay his opponents mightily.
I'd even say his message to his oppressors would be a not so subtle "You're not doing it right!" Comparing them to a Pharaoh who in their beliefs was definitely on the wrong side of God was something they would not like having their noses rubbed in. And then utilizing church music to emphasize his points was a basic Religion 101 thing to do.
King's religious training gave him quite an arsenal, if you will, to accomplish all that he did in his short life.
I'd even say his message to his oppressors would be a not so subtle "You're not doing it right!" Comparing them to a Pharaoh who in their beliefs was definitely on the wrong side of God was something they would not like having their noses rubbed in. And then utilizing church music to emphasize his points was a basic Religion 101 thing to do.
King's religious training gave him quite an arsenal, if you will, to accomplish all that he did in his short life.
The granting of a pardon is an imputation of guilt, and the acceptance a confession of it.
