Exercise Quote by Heber C. Kimball
“I speak of plurality of wives as one of the most holy principles that God ever revealed to man, and all those who exercise an influence against it, unto whom it is taught, man or woman will be damned, and they and all who will be influenced by them, will suffer the buffetings of Satan in the flesh.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 19th‑century LDS sermon, 1860s
A warning that opposing a religious principle leads to spiritual ruin.
In simple terms: Opposing divine law brings punishment.
Key Takeaway
Uphold core spiritual values.
Themes
faith
morality
authority
Mood
serious
authoritative
Type
doctrinal
historical
When to use this quote
- religious instruction
- family counseling
- community standards
Key Concepts
theology
punishment
gender roles
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think moral warnings are effective?
- How do you reconcile differing beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures and eras.
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