Applause Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“Humility responds to God's will-to the fear of His judgments and to the needs of those around us. To the proud, the applause of the world rings in their ears; to the humble, the applause of heaven warms their hearts. Someone has said, "Pride gets no pleasure out of having something, only out of having more of it than the next man."”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1975
Humility aligns with divine will, fostering reverence and compassion, while pride isolates and seeks worldly validation.
In simple terms: Humility follows God's will; pride seeks worldly applause.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility to connect with higher purpose.
Themes
spirituality
humility
pride
compassion
Mood
solemn
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decision
- leadership
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
moral psychology
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility look like in your daily actions?
- How can you balance humility with healthy self‑esteem?
A Different Perspective
Humility can be misunderstood as weakness, leading to exploitation.
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