Approach Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“In the scriptures there is no such thing as righteous pride. It is always considered as a sin. We are not speaking of a wholesome view of self-worth, which is best established by a close relationship with God. But we are speaking of pride as the universal sin, as someone has described it. . . . Essentially, pride is a "my will" rather than "thy will" approach to life. The opposite of pride is humbleness, meekness, submissiveness, or teachableness.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1975
Pride is placing one's own will above divine will, seen as sinful; humility aligns with God.
In simple terms: Pride is selfish will, humility follows God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility, seek God's will.
Themes
humility
pride
spirituality
ethics
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- spiritual growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
selfishness
divine obedience
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate healthy self‑esteem from pride?
- In what ways can humility improve relationships?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be mistaken for confidence, making discernment hard.
