The film, Harriet, reminds us of the power of conviction and action aligned with a higher purpose, especially when carried out by the hearts of many.
I recently saw a great movie called Harriet (2019). I watched it straight through, completely absorbed. Since then, I’ve been recommending it to everyone.
Harriet dramatizes the tale of Harriet Tubman, a U.S. historical figure who escaped from slavery and went on to help hundreds of others become free. Despite what the world told her and the odds against her, she fully believed in her right to freedom. She not only never gave up, but also inspired the people around her to stand up for their principles, even when it became more difficult.
As I watched, I realized that Harriet Tubman lived exactly what I often teach. She trusted her higher guidance and took action right away, even before fully understanding what she was being shown.
Watching Harriet helped me see American history more deeply than before. I was profoundly moved by what Harriet Tubman accomplished. Her life reminded me of the power of conviction and action aligned with a higher purpose.
Then and Now
Despite being born into slavery, Harriet embodied the spirit of freedom and human dignity that prompted the founding of the United States and to which it has always aspired. That spirit keeps being tested, and I think each generation has to champion it, just as Harriet Tubman did.
Franklin B. Sanborn, ”Recollections of Seventy Years. Volume 1.” (The Gorham Press, 1909).
The emancipation of enslaved people and the U.S. Civil War did not happen by accident. They were made possible by the sacrifices, passion, and courageous hearts of countless individuals. I hope we each carry the mindset that meaningful change begins within ourselves.
The film, Harriet, asks us to reflect: “What can I do? What is my part in upholding the values I hold most dear?”
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