Inspirational Quote by Brigham Young
“Do you think that people will obey the truth because it is true, unless they love it? No, they will not. Truth is obeyed when it is loved.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: “Truth and Love” by Brigham Young, 1855
Truth is obeyed only when loved; mere factual truth isn’t enough to compel obedience.
In simple terms: Truth needs love to be obeyed.
Cultivate love for truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- leadership
- faith communities
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster love for truth?
- What barriers prevent loving truth?
People may reject truth they dislike even if factual.