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“God hath not revealed anything to Joseph, but what he will make known unto the Twelve, and even the least Saint may know all things as fast as he is able to bear them.” quote by Joseph Smith, Jr
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“God hath not revealed anything to Joseph, but what he will make known unto the Twelve, and even the least Saint may know all things as fast as he is able to bear them.”

Joseph Smith, Jr

About This Quote

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

Divine revelation is limited by human capacity; even saints receive only what they can bear

In simple terms: God reveals only what one can handle

Key Takeaway

Seek humility and trust in divine timing

Themes

faith revelation humility human limitation

Mood

contemplative solemn

Type

scriptural theological

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • community teaching
  • scriptural study
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

prophetic knowledge spiritual endurance theology of revelation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we discern what we can bear?
  • What role does humility play in spiritual growth?
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Interpretations vary across denominations; may conflict with modern knowledge

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