Brethren Quote by Heber C. Kimball
“Will you be slack, brethren, and let the evil come upon us, when we forewarn you of the future events that are coming;… We are telling of what the prophets have said-of what the Lord has said to Joseph. Wake up now, wake up, O Israel, and lay up your grain and your stores. I tell you that there is trouble coming upon the world…”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Mormon Pioneer Sermon, 1850s
A warning to prepare for impending hardship by storing resources and staying vigilant.
In simple terms: Prepare now for future trouble.
Store food, stay alert.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- crop failure
- economic downturn
- natural disaster
- political unrest
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities build resilience before a crisis?
- What signs indicate a looming disaster?
It assumes the warning will be heeded and resources are available.