Altered Quote by Brigham Young
“I have never altered my feelings towards individuals, as men or as women, whether they believe as I do or not. Can you live as neighbors with me? I can with you; and it is no particular concern of mine whether you believe with me or not.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to congregation, 1850s
Treat everyone with equal respect regardless of belief; neighborly coexistence is possible without imposing faith.
In simple terms: Respect all people, no matter their religion.
Key Takeaway
Practice tolerance and neighborly love.
Themes
tolerance
religious freedom
neighborliness
equality
Mood
hopeful
serene
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- community building
- interpersonal relationships
- public discourse
Key Concepts
interfaith dialogue
social cohesion
ethical conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model respectful dialogue?
- What barriers exist to true neighborly acceptance?
A Different Perspective
Resistance may arise from deep‑seated prejudices.
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