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“Good books are as friends, willing to give to us if we are willing to make a little effort.” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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“Good books are as friends, willing to give to us if we are willing to make a little effort.”

Gordon B. Hinckley

About This Quote

Source Talk: LDS General Conference, 1995

Books are like friends who give knowledge if we invest effort to engage with them.

In simple terms: Reading rewards effort.

Key Takeaway

Invest time in reading for growth.

Themes

learning friendship effort knowledge spirituality

Mood

encouraging reflective hopeful

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • library visits
  • book clubs
  • self‑improvement

Key Concepts

Education relationship reciprocity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What book could become your friend?
  • How much effort are you willing to invest in reading?
A Different Perspective

Busy schedules can deter reading.

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