how were malcolm x and martin luther king different in their ideas?

Question

use their theories about christianity the use of violence in the movement and the goals of the movement to illustrate their differences. thanks guys 1st person to answer correctly gets 10 points

Answer 1

King was much more "New Testament" (since we're using religion as a point of reference). That is, he advocated non-violence and civil disobedience to obtain his ultimate goal of equality.

Malcolm X was much more "volatile," advocating violence whenver necessary (and sometimes even preferring violence to non-violence). Think Black Panthers. Militant Islam. Etc.

Answer 2

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The link below will provides you with some excellent information.
On a personal note It was much easier to understand Malcolm X his mastery of the language made him more accessible
http://www.studyworld.com/newsite/reportessay/Biography/HistoricalFigures%5CMartin_Luther_King_Jr__and_Malcolm_X-9233129.htm
Near the end of their lives, Martin Luther King and Malcolm
X's beliefs became more similar. Malcolm X corrected
himself after his break with the black Muslim movement. He
now emphasised unity and change through black pride and
respect for oneself rather than through hate and revenge.
King, on the other hand, became somewhat angry at the lack
of progress made on equality. He started promoting
non-violent sabotage, which including blocking the normal
functioning of government. At one time, Malcolm X actually
wanted "to join forces with King and the progressive
elements of the Civil Rights Movement," (pg. 262, Malcolm
X: The man and his times).
The speeches of King and X reflected both men's visions on
improving America. Both men believed that if blacks were to
attain freedom, they first needed to achieve self-respect.
However, Malcolm X's speeches were delivered in a
revolutionary tone which could incite his listeners to
hatred of white America. Malcolm X used direct and to the
point language which could be understood by all levels of
society. "He had mastery in language and could project his
ideas," (Internet, Remember Malcolm X)
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MLK was born in the South
Malcolm was a city kid.

MLK was educated and was an ordained minister.
Malcolm was a criminal and spent years in prison.
MLK was a Christian.
Malcolm was born Christian but became a Muslim and a member of the Nathion of Islam in prison.

MLK advocated a non-violent protest method of ending segregation and racial discrimination in the US.
Malcolm advocated a more active, confrontational method of doing the same.

MLK gave a speech which is now world famous for lines like "I have a dream..."
Malcolm gave a speech now semi-famous for lines like " We didn't land on Plymouth Rock...Plymouth Rock landed on us."
MLK...shot by a white man.
Malcolm....shot by a black man.
MLK cheated on is wife...
Malcolm didn't

Answer 3

the post-mecca Malcolm X was more realistic in his approach to the problems in Black America. King's non-violent approach did not fall through too well with the Black community. They were both great men nevertheless.

Answer 4

well to be simple. malcom x believed in violence and martin luther king believed in peace although there's more to it.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

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