In the scriptures there is no such thing as righteous pride. It is always considered as a sin.
Ezra Taft BensonThe more we express our gratitude to God for our blessings, the more he will bring to our mind other blessings. The more we are aware of to be grateful for, the happier we become.
Ezra Taft BensonI have a vision of artists putting into film, drama, literature, music, and paintings great themes and great characters from the Book of Mormon.
Ezra Taft BensonPersonal revelation, consecration of performance, attention to detail, and dependency on God-with these qualities you cannot fail.
Ezra Taft BensonThe proud make every man their adversary by pitting their intellects, opinions, works, wealth, talents, or any other worldly measuring device against others.
Ezra Taft BensonWe counsel you, young men, not to pollute your minds with such degrading matter, for the mind through which this filth passes is never the same afterwards. Don't see R-rated movies or vulgar videos or participate in any entertainment that is immoral, suggestive, or pornographic. Don't listen to music that is degrading
Ezra Taft Benson