Rights are best guarded when each person and group guards for others those rights they wish guarded for themselves.
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For 179 years [The Book of Mormon] has been examined and attacked, denied and deconstructed, targeted and torn apart like perhaps no other religious history – perhaps like no other book in any religious history- and still, it stands.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the resilience and enduring significance of The Book of Mormon despite continuous scrutiny and criticism.
Jeffrey R. Holland's quote reflects on the remarkable endurance of The Book of Mormon, which has faced extensive examination and criticism over nearly two centuries. Despite being subjected to doubts and attacks like few other religious texts, its relevance and integrity remain intact, suggesting a profound strength in its teachings and messages that resonate across generations.
Themes
Book Of MormonResilienceFaithTruthReligion
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the importance of faith during challenging times.
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