Abortion Quote by Spencer W. Kimball
“Many good people, being influenced by the bold spirit of the times, are now seeking surgery for the wife or the husband so they may avoid pregnancies and comply with the strident voice demanding a reduction of children. It was never easy to bear and rear children, but easy things do not make for growth and development. But loud, blatant voices today shout 'fewer children' and offer the Pill, drugs, surgery, and even ugly abortion to accomplish that. Strange the proponents of depopulating the world seem never to have thought of continence!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1975
The speaker warns that societal pressure to reduce family size through medical means undermines natural growth and moral responsibility.
In simple terms: Pressure to limit families can harm personal and societal development.
Key Takeaway
Consider the long‑term impact of family planning choices.
Themes
family
responsibility
growth
ethics
society
Mood
concerned
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting decisions
- public policy debates
- healthcare counseling
Key Concepts
population control
moral duty
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural values shape our views on family size?
- What responsibilities do societies have in supporting large families?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overlook legitimate health reasons for contraception and the autonomy of individuals.
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