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“The Lord will grant to any honest person who earnestly seeks to know the truth one manifestation by the Holy Ghost; but he is not entitled to repeated manifestations. After such a revelation is given, he is to act, for the Holy Ghost cannot be appealed to for continued manifestations until after…” quote by Joseph Fielding Smith
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“The Lord will grant to any honest person who earnestly seeks to know the truth one manifestation by the Holy Ghost; but he is not entitled to repeated manifestations. After such a revelation is given, he is to act, for the Holy Ghost cannot be appealed to for continued manifestations until after baptism and the gift has been bestowed.”

Joseph Fielding Smith

About This Quote

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

Holy Ghost revelations are singular and not repeatable; action must follow the first.

In simple terms: One revelation, then act.

Key Takeaway

Act promptly after divine insight.

Themes

faith revelation action

Mood

reverent instructive

Type

religious doctrinal

When to use this quote

  • missionary work
  • personal prayer
  • church instruction

Key Concepts

Holy Ghost spiritual guidance baptism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to discern true revelation?
  • What role does baptism play?
A Different Perspective

Repeated claims may dilute spiritual authority.

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