Death Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
““What a story it is. It is filled with suffering and hunger and cold and death. It is replete with accounts of freezing rivers that had to be waded through; of howling blizzards; of the long, slow climb up Rocky Ridge. with the passing of this anniversary year, it may become largely forgotten. But hopefully it will be told again and again to remind future generations of the suffering and the faith of those who came before. Their faith is our inheritance. Their faith is a reminder to us of the price they paid for the comforts we enjoy.””
About This Quote
Remembering past hardships and the faith of ancestors reminds us that our comforts come at a price, urging gratitude and reverence for their sacrifices.
In simple terms: Our comforts cost sacrifices; honor past faith.
Cultivate gratitude for ancestors’ sacrifices.
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When to use this quote
- family stories
- educational curricula
- memorial events
- community gatherings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we keep ancestral lessons alive?
- What actions show gratitude for past sacrifices?
Modern comforts can blind us to past suffering; remembering may be selective.