Apostasy Quote by Hugh B. Brown
“Prophecy and history predict and record a great and universal apostasy which was to be followed by a restoration as predicted by John in Revelation. The fact of the great apostasy is attested by both sacred and secular writ, and history bears witness that it became universal. We proclaim this fact of history not as an attack on any church. We do not assume any position of "holier than thou" or "wiser than thou," but we announce this historic fact of the apostasy as a vindication of the claim that there has been in fact a restoration of the gospel.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1970
The quote claims a widespread apostasy followed by a prophetic restoration, citing both sacred and secular evidence, without condemning any specific church.
In simple terms: A major decline in true faith was followed by a revival, according to history and prophecy.
Key Takeaway
Recognize patterns of decline and renewal in religious history.
Themes
religion
history
prophecy
restoration
apostasy
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
theoretical
historical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- academic study
- personal faith journeys
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
historical analysis
prophetic interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports or challenges the idea of a universal apostasy?
- How do different traditions view restoration?
A Different Perspective
The claim may overgeneralize complex religious developments.
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![“As far as concerned the apostasy, indeed, He redeems us righteously from it by His own blood; but as regards us who have been redeemed, [He does this] graciously. For we have given nothing to Him previously, nor does He desire anything from us, as if He stood in need of it; but we do stand in need…” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/727/the-church-fathers-1438_parenting_as-far-as-concerned-the-apostasy-indeed_248243.jpg)
