Every way of life produces its own environment and in turn is influenced by that environment.

Indolent and unworthy the beggar may be—but that is not your concern: It is better, said Joseph Smith, to feed ten impostors than to run the risk of turning away one honest petition.

Work is, after all, not a busy running back and forth in established grooves, though that is the essence of our modern business and academic life, but the supreme energy and disciplined curiosity required to cut new grooves.

Careerism is the determination to reign in hell rather than serve in heaven.

In this crucible of wickedness the true greatness of Mormon shines like a star.

True knowledge never shuts the door on more knowledge, but zeal often does.

No matter where we begin, if we pursue knowledge diligently and honestly, our quest will inevitably lead us from the things of the earth to the things of heaven.