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“Great are the promises concerning this land of America. We are told unequivocally that it “is a choice land, and whatsoever nation shall possess it shall be free from bondage, and from captivity, and from all other nations under heaven, if they will but serve the God of the land, who is Jesus…” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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““Great are the promises concerning this land of America. We are told unequivocally that it “is a choice land, and whatsoever nation shall possess it shall be free from bondage, and from captivity, and from all other nations under heaven, if they will but serve the God of the land, who is Jesus Christ” (Ether 2:12). This is the crux of the entire matter—obedience to the commandments of God.””

Gordon B. Hinckley

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 asserts that America’s freedom depends on obeying God’s commandments, linking national liberty to religious obedience.

In simple terms: Freedom comes from obeying God.

Key Takeaway

Follow divine law for true liberty.

Themes

faith freedom obedience national identity

Mood

reflective serious inspirational

Type

philosophical religious political

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • public policy
  • education
  • community leadership

Key Concepts

covenant theology political theology theocracy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does religious obedience shape civic responsibility?
  • Can a nation be free without a single religion?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook pluralistic societies where multiple faiths coexist.

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