Add Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“Every man who truly loves a woman, and every woman who truly loves a man, hopes and dreams that their companionship will last forever. But marriage is a covenant sealed by authority. If that authority is of the state alone, it will endure only while the state has jurisdiction, and that jurisdiction ends with death. But add to the authority of the state the power of the endowment given by Him who overcame death, and that companionship will endure beyond life if the parties to the marriage live worthy of the promise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995
Marriage lasting beyond life depends on divine authority combined with personal worthiness, not merely state law.
In simple terms: Divine commitment plus personal virtue makes marriage eternal.
Key Takeaway
Live worthily to honor sacred vows.
Themes
marriage
eternity
spirituality
authority
commitment
Mood
hopeful
reverent
thoughtful
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- wedding ceremonies
- marital counseling
- faith teachings
- family planning
- spiritual mentorship
Key Concepts
covenant theology
afterlife
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “worthy of the promise” mean to you?
- How can couples nurture divine aspects of their bond?
A Different Perspective
Human institutions can’t guarantee eternity without spiritual alignment.
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