[Joseph Smith] foresaw the time when the destiny of the nation would be in danger and would hang as by a thread.… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
In these sacred documents are embodied eternal principles that no man, group of men, or nation has the right to withhold from… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Sound principles and eternal truths need to be frequently repeated so that we do not forget their application nor become dissuaded by… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
I have faith that the Constitution will be saved as prophesied by Joseph Smith. It will be saved by the righteous citizens… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Are we reading the Constitution and pondering it? Are we aware of its principles? Are we abiding by these principles and teaching… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
To their duty to God, youth should realize their duty to our country. They should love and honor the Constitution of the… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
We must be devoted to sound principles in word and deed: principle above party, principle above pocketbook, principle above popularity. — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Freedom is an eternal principle. Heaven disapproves of force, coercion and intimidation. Only a free people can be truly a happy people. — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
A man must not only stand for the right principles, but he must also fight for them. Those who fight for principle… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Now, brethren, do not expect perfection in your choice of a mate. Do not be so particular that you overlook her most… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
[The Constitution] will not be saved in Washington. It will be saved by the citizens of this nation who love and cherish… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
More than ever before, we need to learn and apply the principles of economic self-reliance. We do not know when the crisis… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
There are certain basic principles regarding the proper role of government. If principles are correct, then they can be applied to any… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Marriage. . . is the most glorious and most exalting principle of the gospel of Jesus Christ. No ordinance is of more… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Could many of our ills today have resulted from our failure to train a strong citizenry from the only source we have… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Let us never lose sight of the fact that education is a preparation for life - and that preparing for life is… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
The price of peace is righteousness. Men and nations may loudly proclaim, 'Peace, peace,' but there shall be no peace until individuals… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Right and wrong as moral principles do not change. They are applicable and reliable determinants whether the situations with which we deal… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Records, radio, television, movies, magazines-all are monopolized by the money managers who are guided by one ethic, the words wealth and power. — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Every Latter-day Saint should make the study of this book a lifetime pursuit. Otherwise, he is placing his soul in jeopardy and neglecting that… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Do not be caught up in materialism, one of the real plagues of our generation-that is, acquiring things, fast-paced living, and securing career success. — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Most of us think of pride as self-centeredness, conceit, boastfulness, arrogance, or haughtiness. All of these are elements of the sin, but the heart,… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
“We must each of us do our home work. 'My people are destroyed,' said Hosea, 'for lack of knowledge.' We must be wise as… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
“Man…need not stand alone. Prayer will open doors; prayer will remove barriers; prayer will ease pressures; prayer will give inner peace and comfort during… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
Humility does not mean weakness. It does not mean timidity. It does not mean fear. A man can be humble and fearless. A man… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
The scriptures record remarkable accounts of men whose lives changed dramatically, in an instant, as it were: Alma the Younger, Paul on the road… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
That government is best which governs the least, so taught the courageous founders of this nation. This simple declaration is diametrically opposed to the… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
No nation which has kept the commandments of God has ever perished, but I say to you that once freedom is lost, only blood… — Ezra Taft Benson Copy Share Image
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