Always Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“There will always be those little minds who, out of vanity or intellectual display, will attempt to destroy faith in the very foundations of life.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1984
People with narrow, ego‑driven mindsets try to undermine fundamental beliefs for self‑aggrandizement.
In simple terms: Ego‑driven people attack core beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Guard your convictions against vanity.
Themes
faith
ego
intellectualism
Mood
defensive
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- religious discussion
- media commentary
Key Concepts
nihilism
dogmatism
Questions to Reflect On
- What core belief do you feel most challenged on?
- How can you respond constructively to intellectual attacks?
A Different Perspective
Such attacks may stem from genuine curiosity, not just vanity.
