Fine line Quote by Brigham Young
““We have knowledge, we have the living oracles in our midst, and with all this let me say to the Latter-day Saints that they stand upon slippery places. They do not all fully know the paths they walk in, they do not all perfectly understand their own ways and doings, many do not altogether realize their own weaknesses, do not understand the power of the devil and how liable they are to be decoyed one hair's breadth, to begin with, from the line of truth. They are first drawn by a fine line, in a little time it becomes a cord, it soon increases to a strong rope, and from that to a cable; thus it grows from the size of a spider's web, in comparison. [JD3:222]””
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1917
People often overestimate their spiritual awareness, ignoring personal weaknesses and the subtle influence of evil.
In simple terms: We think we know more than we do.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and seek true guidance.
Themes
faith
self‑awareness
spiritual vigilance
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- personal reflection
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
humility
spiritual deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of your life need deeper self‑examination?
- How can you guard against subtle temptations?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring the devil’s subtlety can lead to moral drift.
