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“Remember that ofttimes the wisdom of God appears as foolishness to men, but the greatest single lesson we can learn in mortality is that when God speaks and a man obeys, that man will always be right.” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“Remember that ofttimes the wisdom of God appears as foolishness to men, but the greatest single lesson we can learn in mortality is that when God speaks and a man obeys, that man will always be right.”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

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

Divine wisdom can seem foolish to human eyes, yet obedience to God ensures rightness despite mortality.

In simple terms: God's guidance may look foolish, but obeying it is always right.

Key Takeaway

Trust divine guidance even when it feels counter‑cultural.

Themes

faith humility obedience

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • ethical decision
  • spiritual doubt

Key Concepts

theology mortality wisdom

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern true divine guidance?
  • When might questioning be necessary?
A Different Perspective

Blind obedience can ignore critical thinking and personal responsibility.

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