Born Quote by Bruce R. McConkie
![“As far as this life is concerned, [Jesus] was born of Mary and of Elohim; he came here as an offspring of that Holy Man who is literally our Father in heaven. He was born in mortality in the literal and full sense as the Son of God. He is the Son of his father in the same sense that all morals are…” quote by Bruce R. McConkie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/039/bruce-r-mcconkie-10372_born_as-far-as-this-life-is-concerned-jesus-w_2050967.jpg)
“As far as this life is concerned, [Jesus] was born of Mary and of Elohim; he came here as an offspring of that Holy Man who is literally our Father in heaven. He was born in mortality in the literal and full sense as the Son of God. He is the Son of his father in the same sense that all morals are the sons and daughters of their fathers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, 1973
Jesus is presented as both divine Son of God and human son of Mary, linking divine and mortal nature.
In simple terms: Jesus is both God’s Son and a human child.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the dual nature of Christ.
Themes
theology
divinity
humanity
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
doctrinal
explanatory
When to use this quote
- worship
- personal faith
- scriptural study
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Christology
incarnation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this dual nature affect your belief?
- What does “Father in heaven” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations differ on the literal vs. metaphorical meaning.
![“[Jesus] was born and baptized that by his suffering he might purify the water.” quote by Ignatius of Antioch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/265/ignatius-of-antioch-9526_baptism_jesus-was-born-and-baptized-that-by-his_2322472.jpg)
![“Yes, President Young did teach that Adam was the father of our spirits, and all the related things that the cultists ascribe to him. This [i.e., Brigham Young's teaching on Adam], however, is not true. He expressed views that are out of harmony with the gospel.” quote by Bruce R. McConkie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8ec/bruce-r-mcconkie-10372_adam_yes-president-young-did-teach-that-adam_121356.jpg)
