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“Bro Snow said I would live to see the time when brothers and sisters would marry each other in this church. All our horror at such an union was due entirely to prejudice and the offspring of such union would be healthy and pure as any other. These were the decided views of Pres. Young when alive…” quote by Abraham H. Cannon
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“Bro Snow said I would live to see the time when brothers and sisters would marry each other in this church. All our horror at such an union was due entirely to prejudice and the offspring of such union would be healthy and pure as any other. These were the decided views of Pres. Young when alive, for Bro. S. talked to him freely on this matter.”

Abraham H. Cannon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The quote reflects a historical stance against interracial marriage, rooted in prejudice, yet suggests eventual acceptance.

In simple terms: Prejudice opposed interracial marriage.

Key Takeaway

Challenge ingrained biases.

Themes

prejudice interracial marriage social change

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

historical social

When to use this quote

  • church policy
  • family decisions
  • legal reforms
  • community dialogues

Key Concepts

racism religion cultural norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What factors can shift societal prejudice?
  • How do religious teachings influence such views?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep‑seated bias is slow and painful.

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