Almighty Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“We are involved in an intense battle. It is a battle between right and wrong, between truth and error, between the design of the Almighty on the one hand and that of Lucifer on the other. For that reason, we desperately need moral men and women who stand on principle, to be involved in the political process. Otherwise, we abdicate power to those whose designs are almost entirely selfish.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Moral Leadership, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints General Conference, 1995
Moral individuals must engage in politics to counter selfish designs and uphold truth over error.
In simple terms: Good people need to act in politics to protect values.
Key Takeaway
Participate actively in civic life.
Themes
civic duty
morality
political engagement
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Voting
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Ethical leadership
principle‑based action
public service
Questions to Reflect On
- How can moral voices be amplified in politics?
- What obstacles do principled leaders face?
A Different Perspective
Political systems may resist moral influence, causing frustration.
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