Able Quote by Joseph Smith, Jr
“I have more to boast of than ever any man had. I am the only man that has ever been able to keep a whole church together since the days of Adam. Neither Paul, Peter, nor Jesus ever did it. I boast that no man ever did such a work as I. The followers of Jesus ran away from Him; but the Latter-day-Saints never ran away from me yet.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Sermon, 1844, Salt Lake City, Utah
He claims unparalleled success in uniting a religious community, surpassing biblical figures.
In simple terms: He says he kept his church together better than anyone before.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the importance of steadfast leadership.
Themes
leadership
religion
community
pride
Mood
confident
defiant
Type
historical
religious
When to use this quote
- church organization
- missionary work
- conflict resolution
- faith community building
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
faith
authority
historical claim
Questions to Reflect On
- How does leadership sustain a community?
- What role does humility play in religious leadership?
A Different Perspective
His claim may overlook contributions of others and be biased.
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