THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 1894... I met with the Quorum and…
“THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 1894... I met with the Quorum and Presidency in the temple... President Woodruff then spoke... 'In searching out my genealogy I found about four hundred of my female kindred who were never married. I asked Pres. Young what I should do with them. He said for me to have them sealed to me unless there were more than 999 of them. The doctrine startled me, but I had it done.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He sealed many unmarried female relatives to himself, following a doctrinal suggestion, despite personal surprise.
In simple terms: He performed a religious sealing ritual for many women.
Key Takeaway
Follow religious guidance even when uncomfortable.
Themes
faith
family
doctrine
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
historical
religious
When to use this quote
- family records
- temple work
- personal conviction
- religious obedience
Key Concepts
sealing
genealogy
LDS practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance tradition with individual rights?
- What are the ethical limits of religious authority?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with modern views on consent and autonomy.