Addresses Quote by Andrew Solomon
“In coming to an appreciation of the Mormon Church, one of the things that has been most compelling to me is the Mormon understanding of family, which extends beyond the general injunction to be fruitful and multiply, and addresses the permanence of love relationships into eternity, and embraces the sanctity of having children.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The No of the Family, 2015
The Mormon view treats family bonds as eternal, giving deeper meaning to parenthood and relationships.
In simple terms: Mormon belief sees family love lasting forever.
Value lasting relational commitments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage
- parenting
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in eternity shape family decisions?
- What challenges arise from such doctrines?
Eternal perspective may conflict with secular views.