Deed Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“Be virtuous in thought and in deed. God has planted in you, for a purpose, a divine urge which may be easily subverted to evil and destructive ends.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1999
Moral character requires aligning thoughts and actions with a higher purpose, resisting selfish impulses.
In simple terms: Be good in mind and deeds.
Key Takeaway
Align intentions with actions.
Themes
morality
spirituality
self‑control
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- parenting
Key Concepts
Divine purpose
ethical alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you check if thoughts match deeds?
- What purpose guides your actions?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can twist noble urges toward harm.
![“There is no work better than another to please God: to pour water, to wash dishes, to be a souter [cobbler], or an apostle, all is one; to wash dishes and to preach is all one, as touching tho deed, to please God.” quote by William Tyndale](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/01b/william-tyndale-17190_apostles_there-is-no-work-better-than-another-to_1705200.jpg)
