Absolutes Quote by Dallin H. Oaks
“My first fundamental premise of our faith is that God is real and so are eternal truths and values not provable by current scientific methods. These ideas are inevitably linked. Like other believers, we proclaim the existence of the ultimate lawgiver, God our Eternal Father, and the existence of moral absolutes. We reject the moral relativism that is becoming the unofficial creed of much of modern culture.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2020
God’s existence and eternal truths provide a foundation against moral relativism, guiding values beyond scientific proof.
In simple terms: God and eternal values counter relativism.
Key Takeaway
Ground ethics in timeless principles.
Themes
faith
eternal truths
morality
science
relativism
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- public policy
- education
- interfaith discussions
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
ethical foundations
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports eternal truths?
- How to reconcile science and faith?
A Different Perspective
Relativism may still influence cultures despite religious claims.
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