Giving Quote by Samuel Brannan
“You go back and tell Brigham Young that I'll give up the Lord's money when he sends me a receipt signed by the Lord, and no sooner.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1849 Mormon Pioneer Meeting, Utah Territory
He demands divine proof before spending money, emphasizing faith over materialism
In simple terms: He wants a sign from God before using money
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual confirmation before financial decisions
Themes
faith
money
trust
divine authority
Mood
reflective
skeptical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal budgeting
- charitable giving
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
theology
economics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever wait for external validation before acting?
- How can you balance faith with practical needs?
A Different Perspective
Divine signs are subjective and may never arrive, causing paralysis
