To Latter-day Saints there can be no objection to the careful and critical study of the scriptures, ancient or modern, provided only that it be an honest study - a search for truth.
John Andreas WidtsoeFinally it may be said that the temple endowment is not secret. All who meet the requirements for entrance to the temple may enjoy it.
John Andreas WidtsoeMan must learn to know the universe precisely as it is, or he cannot successfully find his place in it. A man should therefore use his reasoning faculty in all matters involving truth, and especially as concerning his religion. He must learn to distinguish between truth and error.
John Andreas WidtsoeThe Gadianton Robbers from the Book of Mormon are loose among us. The King-men, and women, are running our government. And, worst of all, we are blindly electing them, or appointing them so they can continue to destroy the things we cherish most.
John Andreas Widtsoe