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The world teaches birth control. Tragically, many of our…

“The world teaches birth control. Tragically, many of our sisters subscribe to its pills and practices when they could easily provide earthly tabernacles for more of our Father's children. We know that every spirit assigned to this earth will come, whether through us or someone else. There are…” quote by Ezra Taft Benson
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“The world teaches birth control. Tragically, many of our sisters subscribe to its pills and practices when they could easily provide earthly tabernacles for more of our Father's children. We know that every spirit assigned to this earth will come, whether through us or someone else. There are couples in the Church who think they are getting along just fine with their limited families but who will someday suffer the pains of remorse when they meet the spirits that might have been part of their posterity.”

Ezra Taft Benson

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 warns that limiting family size may lead to regret, urging openness to larger spiritual families and divine purpose.

In simple terms: Limited families can cause later remorse.

Key Takeaway

Consider broader spiritual family possibilities.

Themes

family spirituality regret

Mood

serious hopeful

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • faith community discussions
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

procreation faith legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How might you support those facing family planning decisions?
  • What spiritual perspectives influence your view on family?
A Different Perspective

Cultural and personal choices about family size are complex and personal.

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