Gordon B. Hinckley Quotes

A collection of quotes by Gordon B. Hinckley.

Gordon B. Hinckley (1910-2008) was an influential religious leader and the fifteenth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). He was born on June 23, 1910, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and dedicated his life to serving his faith.

Hinckley graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in journalism and embarked on a successful career in publishing and business. In 1958, he was called as a General Authority of the LDS Church, beginning his lifelong service to the church.

In 1995, Hinckley became the President of the LDS Church, leading its worldwide membership of millions. Under his leadership, the church experienced significant growth and expanded its humanitarian efforts. Hinckley was known for his warm and engaging personality, his emphasis on family values, and his efforts to improve the public image of the church.

Throughout his tenure, Hinckley traveled extensively, meeting with government leaders, addressing crowds of thousands, and spreading his message of love, faith, and service. He participated in numerous groundbreaking ceremonies for LDS temples across the globe, promoting understanding and interfaith dialogue.

Gordon B. Hinckley passed away on January 27, 2008, leaving behind a legacy of devotion and leadership. He is remembered for his optimistic outlook, humility, and unwavering dedication to his faith, making a lasting impact on the LDS Church and its members worldwide.

Every good citizen adds to the strength of a nation.

Every good citizen adds to the strength of a nation.

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As we give presents at Christmas, we need to recognize that

As we give presents at Christmas, we need to recognize that sharing our time and ourselves is such an important part of giving.

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You can't build a great building on a weak foundation. You m

You can't build a great building on a weak foundation. You must have a solid foundation if you're going to have a strong superstructure.

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Somehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes m

Somehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes miracles that can happen in no other way.

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Love Miracles Forgiveness

Our kindness may be the most persuasive argument for that wh

Our kindness may be the most persuasive argument for that which we believe.

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Truth Faith Kindness

It is not so much the major events as the small day-to-day d

It is not so much the major events as the small day-to-day decisions that map the course of our living. . . Our lives are, in reality, the sum total of our seemingly unimportant decisions and of our capacity to live by those decisions.

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Wisdom Life Inspirational

We wear on our faces the results of what we believe and how

We wear on our faces the results of what we believe and how we behave, and such behavior is most evident in the eyes and on the faces of those who have lived many years.

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Try a little harder to be a little better.

Try a little harder to be a little better.

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Of course we're Christian. The very name of the church decla

Of course we're Christian. The very name of the church declares that. The more people see us and come to know us, the more I believe they will come to realize that we are trying to exemplify in our lives and in our living the great ideals which (Jesus Christ) taught.

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Inspirational Religious

Stand tall and be strong in defense of those great virtues w

Stand tall and be strong in defense of those great virtues which have been the backbone of our social progress. When you are united, your power is limitless. You can accomplish anything you wish to accomplish. -President Gordon B. Hinckley, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

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Inspirational Lds Church

Gratitude is a sign of maturity...Where there is appreciatio

Gratitude is a sign of maturity...Where there is appreciation: there is also courtesy and concern for the rights and property of others.

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work at our responsibility as parents as if everything in li

work at our responsibility as parents as if everything in life counted on it, because in fact everything in life does count on it.

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Work Family Inspirational

Our lives are the only meaningful expression of what we beli

Our lives are the only meaningful expression of what we believe and in Whom we believe. And the only real wealth, for any of us, lies in our faith.

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Life Truth Religion Wealth Faith Devotion Weath

Work without vision is drudgery. Vision without work is drea

Work without vision is drudgery. Vision without work is dreaming. Work plus vision-this is destiny.

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The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is d

The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is done by ordinary people, with balance in their lives, who have learned to work in an extraordinary manner.

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Inspirational Balance

Do not despair. Do not give up. Look for the sunlight throug

Do not despair. Do not give up. Look for the sunlight through the clouds.

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Inspirational Spiritual

In all of living, have much fun and laughter. Life is to be

In all of living, have much fun and laughter. Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured.

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Life Religion Enjoy Life

Truly, my dear young friends, you are a chosen generation. I

Truly, my dear young friends, you are a chosen generation. I hope you will never forget it. I hope you will never take it for granted. I hope there will grow in your hearts an overpowering sense of gratitude to God, who has made it possible for you to come upon the earth in this marvelous season of the world's history.

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Inspirational Religious

The cause of most of man's unhappiness is sacrificing what h

The cause of most of man's unhappiness is sacrificing what he wants most for what he wants now.

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There would be no Christmas if there was no Easter.

There would be no Christmas if there was no Easter.

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Christmas Easter Would