Based Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“Eligibility for a temple recommend is not based on financial worth. That has nothing whatever to do with it. It is based on consistent personal behavior, on the goodness of one's life. It is not concerned with money matters, but rather with things of eternity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, 1975
Spiritual worth is measured by character and deeds, not material wealth; eternal values outweigh temporal concerns.
In simple terms: Character counts, not cash.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate moral consistency.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
eternity
materialism
character
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- temple service
- personal budgeting
- life decisions
Key Concepts
moral development
religious practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you demonstrate goodness daily?
- What sacrifices are needed for eternal focus?
A Different Perspective
Wealth can still influence perceptions.
