Existence was given us for action, rather than indolent and aimless contemplation; our worth is determined by the good deeds we do, rather than by the fine emotions we feel. They greatly mistake who suppose that God cares for no… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
The Lord's visitations of distinguished favor are always to the diligent. That great men may not be ashamed of honest vocations, the greatest that have ever lived have been contented, happy, and honored while in the pursuit of humble trades. — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
Invariably will you find perseverance exemplified as the radical principle in every truly great character. It facilitates, perfects, and consolidates the execution of the plan conceived, and renders profitable its results when attained. By continuing to advance steadily in the same way, light constantly increases, obstacles disappear, efficient habits are confirmed, experience is acquired, the use of the best means… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share
In what a delightful communion with God does that man live who habitually seeketh love! With the same mantle thrown over him from the… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
The period of youth is the glory of nature, and the healthful development of all the resources of strength deposited in our nature is… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
True emotions and sincere words never perish. The great heart of humanity gladly receives and embalms every true utterance of the humblest of its… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
Perseverance is the master impulse of the firmest souls, the discipline of the noblest virtues, and the guaranty of acquisitions the most invigorating in… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
The practice of perseverance is the discipline of the noblest virtues. To run well, we must run to the end. It is not the… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
Existence was given us for action, rather than indolent and aimless contemplation; our worth is determined by the good deeds we do, rather than… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
The advent of truth, like the dawn of day, agitates the elements, while it disperses the gloom. — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
The Lord's visitations of distinguished favor are always to the diligent. That great men may not be ashamed of honest vocations, the greatest that… — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
Those who do the least themselves are always the severest critics upon the noble achievements of others. — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
Lying is sometimes acted, insinuated, or implied, in a manner as injurious and shameful as when the falsehood is spoken outright. — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
While the censorious man is most severe in judging others, he is invariably the most ready to repel any animadversions made upon himself. — Elias Lyman Magoon Copy Share Image
