Journal of Discourses

Public sermons by Mormon leaders from 1851-1886

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  1. We have had the privilege of hearing the testimony of brother Whiting, who has just returned from his mission,… Brigham Young, JD 4:20-32
  2. If I am doing right, I am preparing for thrones, principalities, and dominions, resolved by the help of God th… John Taylor, JD 8:95-100
  3. And, behold, there came a great wind from the wilderness, and smote the four corners of the house, and it fell… John Taylor, JD 22:312-321
  4. I want the clay well ground and well worked over. I want the pure in heart to receive their blessings, and to … Brigham Young, JD 7:63-67
  5. That God may give us grace to stand true and faithful to our covenants, and endure to the end, is my prayer in… George Teasdale, JD 25:13-22
  6. I have thought a great many times upon the condition of this people, and I would that they all should turn unt… Heber C. Kimball, JD 5:202-205
  7. I should like to speak of our Sunday Schools and other institutions, but time will not permit. I have talked l… John Taylor, JD 19:300-311
  8. You are not acquainted with the spirit that prevails with this work, neither with the fact that many of the pe… Jedediah M. Grant, JD 4:188-189
  9. Brethren and sisters, may God bless you, and cause peace and plenty to abound among you from this time hencefo… Heber C. Kimball, JD 2:155-163
  10. The Gospel has connected with it certain ordinances, such for instance as the ordinance of baptism. Who has au… George A. Smith, JD 12:332-338
  11. I will close my remarks with the old-fashioned appeal; and if I have not preached the doctrines contained in t… George A. Smith, JD 7:59-62
  12. I desire an interest in the faith and prayers of my brethren and sisters who are present, that I may be able t… Joseph F. Smith, JD 22:42-50
  13. This may be considered strong language. But I will say further: if I attain to the knowledge of all true princ… Brigham Young, JD 1:233-245
  14. May God bless us and help us to do right, to keep his laws and commandments and statutes holy, and be obedient… Daniel H. Wells, JD 10:133-139
  15. We have had good talk from the brethren this afternoon; I have heard nothing but what is strictly correct. I c… Brigham Young, JD 10:282-288
  16. I desire more particularly to address myself, this afternoon, to the Latter-day Saints; and at the same time i… Wilford Woodruff, JD 19:223-230
  17. I see men and women before me clothed in fine apparel. I am glad of it; but I should feel far better to see th… Lorenzo D. Young, JD 6:211-214
  18. Now, if we look a little further, we shall find that the disciples were instructed to “tarry at Jerusalem unti… John Taylor, JD 5:237-248
  19. First, believe in the Lord God Almighty, in his Son Jesus Christ, and in his Prophets that he sent in days of … Brigham Young, JD 8:11-19
  20. I do not know that I can speak so that you can hear me, as you perceive something affects my throat; I wish, h… Brigham Young, JD 1:81-84
  21. There is not a great deal to say after hearing such a discourse. I feel a deep solemnity resting upon my feeli… Daniel H. Wells, JD 7:272-273
  22. From the state of embryo to the time of birth, and from infancy to ripe old age, unseen dangers lurk in our pa… Brigham Young, JD 10:24-25
  23. Our knowledge here is, comparatively speaking, nothing; it can hardly be reckoned the elements of knowledge. W… Orson Pratt, JD 2:235-248
  24. The Lord has gathered us together that we may learn His law; that we may be instructed in the principles of tr… John Taylor, JD 26:30-39
  25. It is true that the earth was organized by three distinct characters, namely, Eloheim, Yahovah, and Michael, t… Brigham Young, JD 1:46-53
  26. I discover that we shall have to speak very loud in this Bowery in order to make this large congregation hear.… Heber C. Kimball, JD 10:233-238
  27. I have read only a small portion of the latter part of this extensive parable, that part which more particular… Orson Pratt, JD 19:330-334
  28. Quite a goodly number have assembled to our Conference to transact business in a Church capacity. We shall fir… Brigham Young, JD 5:293-296
  29. The principles of the Holy Gospel are calculated in their nature to unite the hearts of the people one with an… Daniel H. Wells, JD 24:314-321
  30. These are about the remarks I wished to make, and the ideas that were in my mind. May God bless us all, and sa… George A. Smith, JD 6:364-367
  31. My name has been used without my consent, or without my knowing anything about it, and our agents have run us … Brigham Young, JD 3:1-6
  32. I will hear what God the Lord will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let … Orson Pratt, JD 15:178-191
  33. Again, when God made the promise to Abraham that he should have that land for a possession, and his literal se… Orson Pratt, JD 17:24-36
  34. There is land and locations, with water privileges in abundance, and then we are finding more continually: the… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:144-146
  35. As there is more time which remains to be improved this morning, I will offer a few remarks to the congregatio… Brigham Young, JD 1:88-94
  36. I am aware that the prophecies are fulfilling, and that we shall soon see scenes of war and commotion, and may… Elias Smith, JD 6:218-221
  37. We will cling to the Constitution of our country, and to the Government that reveres that sacred charter of fr… Brigham Young, JD 10:38-42
  38. Compare that with all that has been said against Joseph Smith, and you will find that the wisdom of this gener… Brigham Young, JD 3:362-375
  39. With regard to Democracy and Whiggery, no person can exhibit them better and in a truer light than Judge Shave… Brigham Young, JD 7:9-15
  40. That God may bless the people of these valleys, and that their children may grow up to perpetuate their names … Erastus Snow, JD 22:109-120
  41. Everywhere the word is, “what is the matter with the Mormons in Utah? They hold to that abominable principle o… Parley P. Pratt, JD 3:127-139
  42. While I was talking, last Sabbath, I wished that I could have strength of lungs to speak about one thousand ye… Brigham Young, JD 6:283-298
  43. We read—“Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.” The Apostle Paul says he was translated. Th… Erastus Snow, JD 7:351-359
  44. This is the work which lies before each and every one of us as Saints of the Most High God. We have this privi… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:259-262
  45. I have listened with peculiar interest to the remarks made by our missionaries. Their remarks are truly cheeri… Orson Hyde, JD 10:261-264
  46. We are here, and we shall live and grow, and no power can hinder it. I shall stick to the kingdom, God being m… Brigham Young, JD 7:139-147
  47. I would like you all to become like a vine, or like unto a tree, every limb, branch, twig, fiber, and leaf to … Heber C. Kimball, JD 9:51-55
  48. Whither shall we follow, follow, follow; Whither shall we follow, follow thee? All the way to Zion, all the wa… John Taylor, JD 24:123-129
  49. Now, we might ask ourselves, would it be supposable that there could be any transgression or that we would off… Lorenzo Snow, JD 19:341-350
  50. Do I ask any odds of the unrighteous? God knows that I do not, nor of any who associate with them or strive to… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:138-145
  51. Omitting prayer is calculated to lead the mind away from those duties which are incumbent upon us; then let us… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:1-7
  52. I feel to rejoice this morning in the remarks that I have heard, and I feel to bear testimony to the same, and… Ezra T. Benson, JD 2:357-359
  53. Such cases should not come before the High Council; they more properly belong to the lesser Priesthood, to the… John Taylor, JD 19:51-57
  54. Brother George A. Smith was computing the interest and indebtedness of Missouri to us; but I tell you when the… Orson Hyde, JD 13:179-183
  55. That God may bless us in our Conference, and help us to treasure up the counsels that we hear, and to carry th… George Q. Cannon, JD 18:103-108
  56. I want this Conference to understand that it is not only the Saints who are here assembled, but all in this Te… Orson Pratt, JD 16:251-262
  57. If I did not feel disposed, in my poverty, to enlarge my family and to build up the kingdom, I could not be ac… Brigham Young, JD 3:264-268
  58. If we cannot discipline and control our own minds, how can we discipline and control kingdoms, nations, tongue… Orson Hyde, JD 7:149-154
  59. O my Father and God, where is the honest man? I have lost confidence in the world, and in those that lay schem… Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:107-111
  60. May God help you, my brethren and sisters and friends, to receive the truth and to cling to it all your lives,… George Q. Cannon, JD 24:130-140
  61. I feel well and thankful to have the privilege of being a Saint; and I hope, brethren and sisters, that anythi… Joseph F. Smith, JD 11:305-314
  62. I have felt led to dwell upon these few passages from the sayings of Jesus to show you that there are abundanc… George Q. Cannon, JD 13:197-209
  63. When men or women that have entered into the holy order, and are considered quite unholy by the world, and a l… Heber C. Kimball, JD 6:322-326
  64. May God bless the people of Zion—all the Latter-day Saints scattered throughout all these mountain regions: ma… Orson Pratt, JD 22:223-226
  65. May God open your eyes and the eyes of every honest person, that we may see things as they are and secure for … Brigham Young, JD 7:157-160
  66. The speaker read from the Doctrine and Covenants (new edition), commencing at the 24th paragraph, and ending a… George Q. Cannon, JD 20:77-88
  67. Will that thief and villain go and call upon a righteous man? The atmosphere that surrounds that devoted famil… Orson Hyde, JD 2:112-120
  68. You have heard what brother Brigham has said to you today, and his words are as true as any that were ever spo… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:64-66
  69. We have listened to a very eloquent address on the rise of the American nation—on the achievement of our natio… Orson Pratt, JD 8:111-113
  70. If the Lord gives me strength to make myself heard, I shall feel it a pleasure to occupy a little time this af… Erastus Snow, JD 24:64-75
  71. Now suppose we should say that the curse of the Apostle Paul would rest upon every person that did not preach … Jedediah M. Grant, JD 2:225-233
  72. This is the freest people on the face of the earth. By a faithful observance of the laws and Constitution of o… George A. Smith, JD 11:176-182
  73. Do I not realize, day and night, that I have the good feelings, prayers, and faith of the Saints on the earth?… Brigham Young, JD 8:91-92
  74. It is with feelings of thanksgiving to my Father who is in heaven, that I stand before you this afternoon, aft… Orson Pratt, JD 21:128-136
  75. Some men would tell me such a course was not strictly according to law. I told them I should save the lives of… George A. Smith, JD 1:191-197
  76. If any wish to go to California to whore it, we will send a company of them off; that is my mind, and perhaps … Brigham Young, JD 2:318-323
  77. Notwithstanding the inclement and uncomfortable state of the weather, the wheels of time do not cease to roll … Orson Hyde, JD 10:79-83
  78. Why? Because all its inhabitants then will be immortal, and the earth itself will be celestial, consequently t… Orson Pratt, JD 19:168-178
  79. Now, High Priests and Apostles, go to with your might and assist your Bishops in providing for the widows and … Brigham Young, JD 9:86-93
  80. That the Lord may add his blessing unto us while we sojourn in the earth, and at last save us in his kingdom i… Daniel H. Wells, JD 19:84-90
  81. I have now preached a little Latin, a little Hebrew, Greek, and German; and I have fulfilled all. I am not so … Joseph Smith, JD 6:1-11
  82. Well, then, if this has been the way of God's dealing with the human family in all ages, it would seem that he… John Taylor, JD 14:356-367
  83. There is another point to which I would refer here: that all men are not depraved, as it is said by some, but … John Taylor, JD 12:79-83
  84. May God enable us to appreciate the day of our salvation and live according to his design, that we may be save… Henry W. Naisbitt, JD 23:1-7
  85. Brethren, since so exalted sentiments of charitable benevolence were given to the ancients, under the law, sha… Franklin D. Richards, JD 23:311-320
  86. My greatest desire to my Father and God is that I may so speak that my remarks will be acceptable to him and b… Brigham Young, JD 7:131-139
  87. May God bless you. Peace be upon you. Be fervent in spirit, humble, teachable, and prayerful, taking care of y… Brigham Young, JD 1:103-111
  88. How easy it is for people to understand and do the will of God, if they will throw off their unrighteous tradi… Brigham Young, JD 3:354-361
  89. I love short sermons, and when I am in the country at Conference and other meetings, I feel that they are part… Joseph Young, JD 6:241-247
  90. I testify that Jesus is the Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of the world; I have obeyed his sayings, and reali… Brigham Young, JD 18:230-235
  91. I am happy, brethren and sisters, for the privilege of again meeting with you here, and speaking to you. I hop… Brigham Young, JD 8:280-285
  92. I understand from the reports of Mr. Robert L. Campbell, Superintendent of common schools for the Territory, t… George A. Smith, JD 14:371-376
  93. Then I like to see the English, the Scotch, Welsh, French, Danes, and men from every nation, kindred, tongue, … Jedediah M. Grant, JD 3:199-202
  94. Brethren and sisters, we understand the difference between enjoying and reading of enjoyment, between the hist… Jedediah M. Grant, JD 4:15-20
  95. As one expressed it in ancient times, “We see through a glass, darkly”—through a smoked or dim glass—through w… Brigham Young, JD 3:191-196
  96. The Lord does not accept obedience from men except that which they render cheerfully and gladly in their heart… Joseph F. Smith, JD 16:246-251
  97. Do intemperate men usually stand at the head of banking, railroad, manufacturing and commercial affairs? Do th… Moses Thatcher, JD 24:16-20
  98. I feel disposed to read a few verses from section 43 of the Doctrine and Covenants, a book containing the reve… Wilford Woodruff, JD 23:76-83
  99. Now, if we could find the “right stripe” that could be spared from important duties here, we would send a good… Brigham Young, JD 4:302-308
  100. There are many enemies of ours that look upon us as the outcasts of all creation, because of our religion. I e… Heber C. Kimball, JD 9:75-78
  101. I pray God to bless you all the time; and I bless you in the name of Jesus Christ! Let us be of one heart and … Brigham Young, JD 5:336-343
  102. We have been now almost one half a century, in fulfilling the first part of our duty, namely, in publishing th… Orson Pratt, JD 20:142-157
  103. I pray God to bless us as a worshipping congregation today; that He will seal upon our hearts the spirit that … Charles W. Penrose, JD 22:68-74
  104. Then, is it strange that we should be placed in the position that we are? Yes, it is very strange, but it is n… John Taylor, JD 25:84-96
  105. But we love our God, we honor His laws, we obey His precepts, and we honor our father Abraham and perform his … Brigham Young, JD 13:87-95
  106. Brethren and sisters, God bless you, and lead you in the paths of life, that you may be prepared for an inheri… John Taylor, JD 19:150-160
  107. Is it impossible to have a President and a Bishop in the same Branch without there being strife and contention… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:299-303
  108. Not long since, a letter was received in Provo from Elder William Cluff, who is now laboring in Denmark. He in… George A. Smith, JD 9:158-160
  109. We have the material here to build up Zion. Will we build it, up? What do you say? (Voices, “Yes.”) Yes, we wi… Brigham Young, JD 9:282-285
  110. Brethren and Sisters, try to realize these things. Awake and lay these things to heart. Seek to the Lord to kn… Brigham Young, JD 19:33-34
  111. I cannot, legally, have the privilege of exercising myself perfectly independent of my brethren, until I have … Brigham Young, JD 1:112-120
  112. That we may have confidence in Him, and He in us, let us take a course to create it, that He may open the heav… Brigham Young, JD 4:75-80
  113. This Holy Spirit is all-wise, and in many of its attributes much like the Father and Son, and acts in concert … Orson Pratt, JD 2:334-347
  114. Brethren and sisters, I have been highly edified this morning, as I presume you all have, and I doubt not but … Orson Hyde, JD 10:31-32
  115. But the question is, Did we subscribe to any such doctrine as this on the start? I will not say that we did; y… Orson Hyde, JD 7:313-317
  116. There has been something said about men turning away from the Church of Christ. If a man has not the witness i… John Taylor, JD 10:257-261
  117. God bless you, and peace be with you! Righteousness attend you, and your wives, and your children after you! G… Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:210-212
  118. We have placed Bishops in the different Wards throughout this Territory, and they should be filled with the Ho… Heber C. Kimball, JD 3:268-271
  119. We meet here upon the Sabbath day for the purpose of partaking of the sacrament, the emblems of the Lord's bod… Wilford Woodruff, JD 24:236-244
  120. A reference to the Scriptures shows that the reproach of women was to be barren, Gen. 30 chap. and 23 v.; Luke… George A. Smith, JD 13:37-42
  121. My mind is cheerful and comfortable, except when I see and reflect upon the carelessness, stupidity, and world… Brigham Young, JD 3:51-65
  122. Never give way to vain laughter. I have seldom laughed aloud for twenty or thirty years without regretting it,… Brigham Young, JD 9:290-292
  123. Brethren and sisters, I am called upon and requested to make a few remarks to you this afternoon, in which pri… Orson Hyde, JD 10:47-49
  124. May the Lord bless us all that we may prove ourselves faithful and efficient servants unto him, is my prayer i… Joseph F. Smith, JD 19:20-26
  125. It is with joy and satisfaction indescribable to myself that I enjoy the privilege, brethren and sisters, of s… Daniel H. Wells, JD 11:182-190
  126. I do not want to be angry, nor to have my feelings wrought up; but I cannot keep quiet under the continued out… Brigham Young, JD 5:231-236
  127. Latter-day Saints, do you think, when you hear me relating these things, that I am in earnest and mean what I … Orson Pratt, JD 3:299-307
  128. These were things that the ancients looked forward to; but they did not have the privilege to look at them as … John Taylor, JD 9:338-345
  129. You can look abroad upon the earth in vain to find any other example that has any kind of relationship, or bea… Franklin D. Richards, JD 26:98-104
  130. Do the world comply with the principles of civilization? They do in part; they have acquired knowledge in part… Orson Pratt, JD 3:291-298
  131. I wish to say to the brethren, as many as are here today, who have come across the Plains with the handcarts, … Brigham Young, JD 4:111-111
  132. I did not think of these ideas before I rose to speak; but, as quick as I got up here, they came to me the sam… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:360-365
  133. As a people the unity of the Latter-day Saints is proverbial, and furnishes a powerful testimony that we have … George Q. Cannon, JD 14:45-58
  134. Now, permit me to cast one reflection before closing this part of my address. You have been reading of the gre… Brigham Young, JD 19:60-65
  135. If we have been enabled to form a nucleus here, we ought never to forget the inestimable privilege. We ought t… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:94-101
  136. He directs all these things. If we learn His way and walk in it, we shall be abundantly blessed, and those who… Franklin D. Richards, JD 26:296-303
  137. How do you think I feel? Why, I feel precisely as Jesus felt under similar circumstances, and he said it would… Heber C. Kimball, JD 7:231-237
  138. Think of this, you sisters. I tell you a great deal depends upon your conduct. I presume there are persons wit… Lorenzo Snow, JD 5:322-326
  139. This Gospel will save the whole human family; the blood of Jesus will atone for our sins, if we accept the ter… Brigham Young, JD 13:328-331
  140. God bless you! God bless the boys in the mountains, for they shall live to let live; and the angel of life wil… Heber C. Kimball, JD 5:333-335
  141. This is the way you will be watched. If you go to any of these nations, it will be necessary for you to use th… John Taylor, JD 6:258-261
  142. They are the old hardened sinners, and are almost—if not altogether—past improvement, and are full of hell, an… Jedediah M. Grant, JD 4:49-51
  143. You know that it is peace that we want. Our President has told us that he has sought for peace with our enemie… Amasa M. Lyman, JD 5:344-349
  144. I pray that you may be blessed exceedingly of the Lord; that His Holy Spirit may be poured out upon you; that … George Q. Cannon, JD 23:93-106
  145. Therefore I say, my brethren and sisters, let us be encouraged; let us cultivate the virtues that belong to ou… George Q. Cannon, JD 26:281-286
  146. And as has been said by the First Presidency, all that we have to fear is our own wickedness, and corruptions,… Orson Pratt, JD 3:70-74
  147. Isaiah, you see, had the same spirit as Job. He spoke about the time when the indignation or wrath of God shou… Charles W. Penrose, JD 21:220-232
  148. From Coal Creek I passed over to Parowan and preached to the people there, and found the good Spirit among and… Amasa M. Lyman, JD 5:79-81
  149. May God help us to be faithful, live our religion and keep his commandments, that we may, by and by, obtain an… John Taylor, JD 18:193-203
  150. The hearts of the children of men will have to be turned to their fathers, and the fathers to the children, li… Joseph Smith, JD 6:237-240
  151. I am in earnest in this matter, and God will sustain me in it. Quit sending or bringing silks, satins, and fur… Brigham Young, JD 8:176-182
  152. The Pharisees also came unto him, tempting him, and saying unto him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wi… Orson Pratt, JD 16:171-185
  153. Well, what he has said today is God's truth. The time has past for us to be abused and persecuted as we have b… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:374-376
  154. I appear before you this morning with grateful feelings to our Heavenly Father for the privilege we mutually e… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:59-66
  155. You can accommodate yourselves by calling this a new revelation, if you choose; it is no new revelation, but i… Brigham Young, JD 17:154-160
  156. Here is brother N. V. Jones: he expects to start on a foreign mission in a few days, and I believe he never fe… Heber C. Kimball, JD 7:167-171
  157. But we have had the privilege of living in the dispensation in which the Lord has promised that he would estab… Wilford Woodruff, JD 9:160-166
  158. Let the people take care of their sheep and manufacture their wool, and there would be no uneasiness about the… John Taylor, JD 11:353-359
  159. Of all people upon the face of the whole earth, none have so great reason to be thankful as we. We are brought… Orson Hyde, JD 8:232-238
  160. I want you to think of these things, live your religion, keep the commandments of God, do as you are told, lay… Heber C. Kimball, JD 5:86-95
  161. But when the light comes they discover that they are about falling from a precipice, about plunging into ruin,… Jedediah M. Grant, JD 4:122-129
  162. No man need judge me. You know nothing about it, whether I am sent or not; furthermore, it is none of your bus… Brigham Young, JD 1:334-341
  163. God bless Israel. God bless all His Saints, and let the wrath of God be upon the enemies of Zion from this tim… John Taylor, JD 13:221-233
  164. Now suppose that we examine, principle by principle, some of the fundamental principles of “Mormonism,” and se… Parley P. Pratt, JD 1:297-309
  165. I do not wish to detain you. May the God of heaven bless you, and bless the Saints in every land and nation, t… Jedediah M. Grant, JD 2:71-74
  166. This Church and kingdom will prevail; it is the kingdom of God, and he will bear it off, and there is no power… Heber C. Kimball, JD 11:143-147
  167. When people are dictated by the power of the Holy Ghost, there is but little danger of that people or that com… Brigham Young, JD 7:54-58
  168. Well, now, this is the course for us to take. Let us be one in all things, that the blessings of the heavens a… Heber C. Kimball, JD 9:371-376
  169. We have been instructed in the principles of the kingdom to a wonderful extent during this Conference. The ins… George A. Smith, JD 10:121-122
  170. Now, if anyone is disposed to ask whether Brother Brigham has ever, since then, worked a day, or half a day, o… Brigham Young, JD 11:291-305
  171. But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that … John Taylor, JD 20:19-24
  172. I have been very much interested while listening to the remarks made by the brethren who have addressed us, an… John Taylor, JD 25:160-166
  173. In hearing doctrines and exhortations do we recollect those portions that will actually benefit and purify, an… Brigham Young, JD 11:321-329
  174. I pray the Lord to bless you and all those who may attend this Conference, and also the brethren who may addre… Wilford Woodruff, JD 19:295-300
  175. I pray you not to forget what I have said to you this morning, but lay it up in your hearts, and pray that it … Brigham Young, JD 10:17-23
  176. I will also gather all nations, and will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, and will plead with t… Orson Pratt, JD 15:329-341
  177. Let us strive to be of one heart and one mind and all will be well with us. God bless you, my brethren and sis… Ezra T. Benson, JD 10:99-100
  178. If Saints do right and have performed all required of them in this probation, they are under no more obligatio… Brigham Young, JD 4:89-94
  179. The remarks of Elder Orson Pratt are founded upon Constitutional principles. I have long been aware that he wa… George A. Smith, JD 9:262-264
  180. Flax cultivated only for oil will pay as well as any other crop that is raised, to say nothing of the lint, wh… Brigham Young, JD 7:42-48
  181. But will the responsibility of thousands be upon those men that are set over us to lead us? No, it will not. I… Erastus Snow, JD 5:285-292
  182. Commotion and war are abroad among the nations, and they will continue to be troubled; and sore vexation, and … Brigham Young, JD 4:347-352
  183. I have a great many things on my mind constantly, by night and by day, in regard to this people, ourselves I m… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:45-49
  184. May God in His own due time hasten these things, and we, His children, be prepared for every dispensation of H… George G. Bywater, JD 23:142-149
  185. I know that this Priesthood is true and is the authority by which we can claim and obtain from God this burnin… George A. Smith, JD 6:159-162
  186. Traveling on a little further, he came to a rugged path and saw an old man trying to get up the hillside, surr… George A. Smith, JD 5:359-367
  187. On the whole we have as good schoolhouses as can be found, and it is our right to have better ones, and to exc… Brigham Young, JD 18:353-357
  188. I hope you will remember what I have said, for it is true; and if you do not, I hope it will be told to you un… Brigham Young, JD 4:129-134
  189. It is some time since I have occupied much time in this stand. I want you, brethren, sisters, and friends, and… Heber C. Kimball, JD 11:95-97
  190. Elder Pratt then said—I have read these passages, not with the idea of selecting from them any one passage, bu… Orson Pratt, JD 18:314-323
  191. May God bless you, and help us all to be truly what we are called to be, Saints of the last days, to stand bef… Erastus Snow, JD 20:372-376
  192. I hope to live to see the day when the Lord will bring again Zion in its fulness, when the watchman will see e… Brigham Young, JD 8:32-34
  193. I will tell you, the majority of the people in the States do not care the ashes of a rye straw for their offic… Ezra T. Benson, JD 6:177-184
  194. I often think that the High Priests and Seventies dare not walk up strictly to this duty, and I am disposed, a… Brigham Young, JD 3:202-213
  195. Is it, then, any marvel, that those who dwell in the heavens should weep over the people? Do you wonder, now, … Brigham Young, JD 4:194-206
  196. I am aware that this is the last day of Conference, that there are many to speak and much to be done, therefor… Joseph F. Smith, JD 24:173-178
  197. Brethren and sisters, seek after God; call upon him in your secret places, and do not turn away from righteous… Wilford Woodruff, JD 22:232-236
  198. As the time remaining is so short, I think I could not do better than devote it to continuing the subject dwel… Joseph F. Smith, JD 25:97-101
  199. We live in times, if we only considered the matter and looked upon it as we should do, that should cause us to… Franklin D. Richards, JD 24:331-338
  200. Let all, in the coming harvest, which promises abundance, strive to secure their breadstuff; and especially do… Brigham Young, JD 8:277-280
  201. We are willing that brother T. S. Williams should explore the Colorado regions, the Pimo country, and every pa… Heber C. Kimball, JD 3:249-254
  202. The morning is far spent; but before we close the morning service, I would like to present before the Conferen… Brigham Young, JD 6:266-270
  203. If you excuse me for my Mahometan narrative, I will close my remarks, praying that the Lord may bless you, and… George A. Smith, JD 3:28-37
  204. It seems to me that of all men I ought to be most thankful. I certainly feel exceedingly happy in being in you… George Q. Cannon, JD 23:114-123
  205. May the Lord bless us, and enable us to keep our covenants and be faithful continually, is my prayer, through … Daniel H. Wells, JD 5:41-44
  206. I thought I would have a little of this revelation read. The whole revelation is quite lengthy. But it goes to… John Taylor, JD 24:227-235
  207. The very particles that compose our bodies will be brought forth in the morning of the resurrection, and our s… Brigham Young, JD 8:27-31
  208. I did not think when I arose that I should be led to speak in this strain; but the fact is, upon these occasio… Franklin D. Richards, JD 25:230-237
  209. There is no need to fear about anything. Some of the brethren and sisters feel fearful; sometimes they are wea… John Young, JD 5:368-376
  210. I guess I had better stop speaking. May the Lord God bless you forever; and may union, peace, righteousness, a… Heber C. Kimball, JD 2:105-111
  211. I know that the Bishops in this Church are improving, and are better men, and they should lead and dictate the… Brigham Young, JD 12:123-129
  212. I am happy for the privilege of meeting with the Saints. I delight in seeing their faces, and am very fond of … Brigham Young, JD 8:57-64
  213. There are many in this congregation that used to walk and preach, and some of them did so on weekdays as well … Brigham Young, JD 4:101-105
  214. People suppose, perhaps, that myself and those similarly situated in this work have a great deal to do for oth… Amasa M. Lyman, JD 5:34-40
  215. May God bless you in all your endeavors to beautify your city, in fertilizing your farms and gardens, and in a… Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:243-244
  216. I have only a few remarks that I wish to make this morning, and they will chiefly relate to our practical and … Brigham Young, JD 9:218-221
  217. These are my feelings, and, if you do not listen to the warning voice, not many days will pass before it will … Heber C. Kimball, JD 3:242-243
  218. We know it is right to establish a kingdom of God upon the earth, and we know it is right to establish in the … Wilford Woodruff, JD 6:136-142
  219. I feel disposed to bring to your notice other sayings of ancient and also of modern times, touching the events… Orson Hyde, JD 5:138-144
  220. The wall around the Temple Block will soon secure those grounds from intrusion. We are comparatively free from… Edward Hunter, JD 2:35-38
  221. May God bless you! May he give us wisdom, and his Holy Spirit, to guide us, that we may be enabled to be true … Wilford Woodruff, JD 15:275-283
  222. I pray God to bless you, my brethren and sisters, and to fill you with His Holy Spirit, in the name of Jesus C… George Q. Cannon, JD 22:236-245
  223. May God preserve us in the purity of our most holy faith, and enable us to endure to the end, that we may inhe… Daniel H. Wells, JD 15:84-92
  224. May God bless you, and help you to do right, whether other people do right or not. This is my prayer and bless… Heber C. Kimball, JD 7:16-21
  225. I have heard that some of the brethren have found a great deal of fault with me for talking so much about whea… Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:85-88
  226. How is it with a tree? Does it not all partake of the same nourishment, and that sap go to every limb, branch,… Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:348-351
  227. We thank thee for these mountains, for the fountains of waters that flow from them, for the timber that grows … Jedediah M. Grant, JD 4:7-9
  228. These are my sentiments, the honest convictions of my heart, drawn from long experience and attentive observat… George A. Smith, JD 10:59-64
  229. I pray God to pour out His Holy Spirit upon you; to preserve you from every evil; to keep you in the truth; to… George Q. Cannon, JD 24:99-109
  230. We have no wish to get rid of the Saints, but the counsel that is given them to go and settle those places, is… Heber C. Kimball, JD 1:294-297
  231. We have met again this morning to hear and receive instruction and worship the Lord and honor Him upon this ho… Wilford Woodruff, JD 23:326-332
  232. We can make everything we want; and that is not all, we can, if we are disposed to, cease to want that which w… Brigham Young, JD 9:271-274
  233. But suppose all spirits were honest, and aimed at truth, yet each one could only converse of the things he is … Parley P. Pratt, JD 1:6-15
  234. Do you hear of any difficulty among those long tried and proven, or among that portion of younger members who … Brigham Young, JD 3:254-260
  235. This is one of the results necessarily arising, when marriage for eternity is admitted. There is just as much … Orson Pratt, JD 6:349-364
  236. We should all seek to do right, try to perform our duties day by day to God and to each other, and put away ev… Wilford Woodruff, JD 8:261-267
  237. A great many may condemn me, and say, I am not as affable and kind as I should be; I do not kiss you and pet y… Heber C. Kimball, JD 9:24-28
  238. Enoch and his people understanding this principle sought that they, before receiving the fullness of their cel… Orson Pratt, JD 17:145-154
  239. If we should be tempted, then let us go to work in faith, nothing doubting, and ask God our Heavenly Father to… Orson Hyde, JD 8:75-77
  240. We are a people believing in the providences of God, and acknowledging His hand in His dealings with us from d… Brigham Young, JD 2:170-178
  241. We live in times that if we only considered the matter and looked upon it as we should do, that should cause u… Franklin D. Richards, JD 24:278-286
  242. Then let us try and do right for the sake of the right, live in the light of the spirit, see eye to eye, and p… Charles W. Penrose, JD 24:82-99
  243. This is for you and me to do, and we are required to do it today and tomorrow, next year and continually, and … Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:244-247
  244. God bless you, my brethren and sisters, and fill you with the Holy Ghost, and inspire those who speak to us by… George Q. Cannon, JD 23:271-282
  245. I do not wish to eradicate any items from the lecture Elder Hyde has given us this evening, but simply to give… Brigham Young, JD 2:88-90
  246. We are placed under circumstances where we can apply our labors for the accomplishment of the designs of the A… Charles C. Rich, JD 12:3-5
  247. This reminds me of a circumstance which occurred in my life, being situated at the time pretty much as Brother… John Taylor, JD 22:353-357
  248. I feel to bear my testimony to the truth of this work. I know Joseph Smith was a Prophet of God, and I have a … Wilford Woodruff, JD 22:169-176
  249. The nation consumes in liquor the value of all the public and private libraries of the country every sixty day… Moses Thatcher, JD 24:110-116
  250. This kingdom will never be given into the hands of another people. We may pass away, but our sons and daughter… Wilford Woodruff, JD 19:134-136
  251. Fifty-three years ago the religious world stood aghast at the ideas advanced by the Prophet Joseph Smith, and … George Q. Cannon, JD 24:339-346
  252. I naturally shrink from the task of addressing a congregation in this house, feeling as I do my inability to m… Joseph F. Smith, JD 20:24-31
  253. Ever since that time I have applied it, and thought often of the old gentleman's counsel, and I have found it … George A. Smith, JD 3:23-28
  254. The science of war has been studied by them from the beginning. They have kept a school at West Point, in whic… Orson Hyde, JD 6:53-60
  255. My object has been this morning to take another branch of this subject, and show you the times and the seasons… Orson Pratt, JD 7:210-227
  256. May God bless you, bless this assembly, bless us as a people, and the honest and meek of the earth everywhere,… Wilford Woodruff, JD 14:1-6
  257. This is a case in point with which many of you are familiar. Similar experiments, having the same ends in view… George Q. Cannon, JD 13:95-103
  258. Let us reform, that we may be chastened no more; let us try to profit by the blessing we receive, instead of b… Brigham Young, JD 3:115-123
  259. If what I have now said about temporal things is faithfully carried out, it will lead to our independence as a… Brigham Young, JD 9:167-174
  260. Let us lay these things to heart, and profit by those instructions, and if we do, we will bring forth fruit ab… Wilford Woodruff, JD 9:324-326
  261. I can truly say that I feel like a little child in relation to the things pertaining to the kingdom of God, wh… Lorenzo D. Young, JD 6:222-226
  262. In almost every town we visited we were saluted on our arrival by a body of our Sunday school children, who tu… George A. Smith, JD 16:190-193
  263. I have perhaps spoken too long I have given you all a text to preach upon, and to act upon in your lives; do i… Brigham Young, JD 1:309-316
  264. I was talking with brother Brigham yesterday about the crops, and he feels that the Lord is about to try this … Heber C. Kimball, JD 3:261-263
  265. This is a new thing. It is supposed there are a great many churches. The Lord here says there is but one churc… George Q. Cannon, JD 25:119-129
  266. Shall we fear today? Let us look back to Israel and see their deliverance—as related in the Bible and Book of … Franklin D. Richards, JD 26:336-346
  267. I say that those who will take counsel and prepare themselves to go back on this mission shall be blest; and i… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:119-122
  268. I wish to endure, and live the doctrine I preach to the people; to live with them, and with them fight the Dev… Brigham Young, JD 9:266-271
  269. Now may God help us and all the nations of the earth to see the light, that we may all come to a knowledge of … Daniel H. Wells, JD 16:239-241
  270. I pray God that he may enable us to do right, and pursue that course that will procure to us the approbation o… John Taylor, JD 10:274-281
  271. We have heard, this afternoon, the testimony of one of our young brethren, Elder Mathoni Pratt, who has just r… Orson Pratt, JD 18:264-271
  272. I pray that the blessing of God may rest upon us. I pray God to fill us with the Holy Spirit, to inspire our h… George Q. Cannon, JD 20:333-341
  273. When Joseph received this revelation, it was as plain to the understanding of the Saints, as are my instructio… Brigham Young, JD 3:333-344
  274. In the 24th chapter of Matthew our Savior uses a figure in speaking to his disciples, illustrating the signs o… Erastus Snow, JD 20:180-187
  275. There is a great deal that I sometimes feel I would like to say, but at this time I do not feel to occupy your… Franklin D. Richards, JD 24:326-330
  276. May God help us to do right, and cause truth and good examples to sink deep into our hearts, that we may culti… Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:355-361
  277. May the Lord enable us to increase in that which we have, and to continually do and say according to the knowl… Brigham Young, JD 4:279-291
  278. Captain Smoot's and Captain Willie's companies will arrive this afternoon, and the Bishops have prepared house… Heber C. Kimball, JD 4:88-89
  279. Why has not Utah the same privilege, the same treatment? Why is it that these three wars have to be totally an… George A. Smith, JD 1:42-45
  280. May God bless us and enable us to work the work of righteousness in His sight all the days of our lives, for H… Daniel H. Wells, JD 4:234-238
  281. That God may inspire our hearts to do His will, and that all may be willing in the day of His power, is my pra… Brigham Young, Jr, JD 25:117-119
  282. I bear my testimony to these things. The Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Book of Doctrine and Covenants contain… Wilford Woodruff, JD 22:330-335
  283. We have already shown that this prediction was made a number of years before it began to be fulfilled. It now … Brigham H. Roberts, JD 25:130-143
  284. And ye husbands, drink into the Spirit of your God and of your superiors in the Priesthood on earth; and if yo… Orson Hyde, JD 5:279-284
  285. It is delightful to me, to speak of the things that belong to the salvation of the human family—to speak of Go… Orson Pratt, JD 3:97-105
  286. How much every Saint ought to be interested for this order of things to be brought about, realizing that all t… Orson Pratt, JD 2:96-104
  287. They did not have it, however he knew that, and although he was desirous of having such a state of things rest… John Taylor, JD 16:369-376
  288. Faith in God and repentance, then, and faith in His servants, rests upon a philosophical as well as upon a scr… Henry W. Naisbitt, JD 26:228-240
  289. I feel grateful for this opportunity of speaking a few words at this Conference, and for the blessings that ha… Ezra T. Benson, JD 11:191-192
  290. The descendants of the once great iron kingdom are found mostly in Europe, extending in some measure into Asia… Orson Pratt, JD 18:335-348
  291. The Lord moved upon rulers in former generations; he moved upon infidel kings to favor his people, and he is t… Lorenzo Snow, JD 23:150-155
  292. This revelation has been in my possession many years; and who has known it? None but those who should know it.… Brigham Young, JD 6:277-283
  293. We became then organized in a territorial capacity and part and par- cel of the government of the United State… John Taylor, JD 20:348-361
  294. No one need be afraid of the extensive spread of this system even if the Edmunds' law were not in operation. B… George Q. Cannon, JD 24:38-50
  295. The Apostle, when addressing the Saints, says, “But ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which … Parley P. Pratt, JD 9:204-217
  296. Well, now, can we really appreciate these things? Do not we often feel as we did in the Gentile world? We used… John Taylor, JD 5:259-266
  297. We feel not to multiply words before thee, for language is inadequate to express the fullness of the feelings … Daniel H. Wells, JD 18:368-371
  298. May God hasten the day and help us to be faithful, that when His kingdom is established, we may be worthy of a… Charles W. Penrose, JD 22:211-217
  299. There will be some missionaries called during Conference, whose duty it will be to preach the Gospel and defen… George A. Smith, JD 17:195-200
  300. I pray God, my brethren and sisters, to bless you and let the peace of heaven descend upon and abide with you … George Q. Cannon, JD 22:53-58
  301. May the Lord help us to live so that we may be accounted worthy of all the glory our Heavenly Father has in st… Brigham Young, JD 9:329-334
  302. I am happy and greatly pleased in what I have witnessed, and I feel that the heavens are pleased with our proc… Wilford Woodruff, JD 21:316-319
  303. In China the father lays up clay to be worked into pottery-ware by his grandchildren. Who of us are planting o… Brigham Young, JD 10:265-274
  304. This idea brings to my mind so much not directly alluding to my subject, that I will break off, and say that w… Brigham Young, JD 2:136-145
  305. The Athenians knew not what to worship, and it seems they were willing to worship a god unknown to them, very … Brigham Young, JD 11:119-128
  306. I have a desire to be heard in what I say to this assembly. I know the difficulties there are in speaking here… Wilford Woodruff, JD 21:121-127
  307. Do you begin to understand how these worlds get their inhabitants? Have you learned that the sons and daughter… Orson Pratt, JD 1:53-66
  308. It rejoices me to hear the brethren rise up and tell their feelings, their faith and views. I was much gratifi… Brigham Young, JD 4:295-302
  309. Here, then, we find the reason why he was tempted and afflicted. He stood at the head of that dispensation, an… John Taylor, JD 7:194-201
  310. Having now found out what the meaning of religion is, we shall be the better prepared to inquire whether a plu… John Taylor, JD 11:216-224
  311. The signs of the heavens are appearing, the fig trees are leaving and showing that summer is nigh. It will ove… Wilford Woodruff, JD 2:191-202
  312. While brother George A. Smith was referring to the circumstance of William Miller going to Carthage, it brough… Brigham Young, JD 14:218-219
  313. When a man begins to adopt Gentile habits, a cigar two feet long is only a patching to the extravagance he wil… George A. Smith, JD 9:109-118
  314. We have said this much on the hymn that was sung in the morning, and these ideas are fully inculcated therein,… Orson Pratt, JD 15:241-253
  315. I feel it a pleasure to be able to speak knowingly of these things, and hope that this spirit of peace may ext… Erastus Snow, JD 23:7-10
  316. And this greater priesthood administereth the gospel and holdeth the key of the mysteries of the kingdom, even… Orson Pratt, JD 18:362-367
  317. I am trying to encourage you to do good, and not evil, that the Lord Almighty may take care of you, sustain yo… Brigham Young, JD 2:16-21
  318. Brethren and sisters, I am pleased to meet with you, and to see so many present. I am requested to occupy ten … L. W. Hardy, JD 19:334-340
  319. When I embraced “Mormonism,” I let go everything else; and since then I have had no wish or desire but to atte… Daniel H. Wells, JD 7:291-296
  320. This is a law, and the Lord is the Author of it. It is not a law of nature. It is not a law of blind materials… Orson Pratt, JD 21:232-240
  321. Now that you may have wisdom to adopt this course of life, and live to enjoy the blessings that will accrue fr… Amasa M. Lyman, JD 3:164-177
  322. May the Almighty Father of heaven and earth bless you, and I bless you in His name, and pray that we may be di… Brigham Young, JD 1:198-203
  323. You know that almost every time that Gentiles address us in public, they are very mindful to caution the Latte… Brigham Young, JD 2:309-317
  324. A great many people have tried to seek for happiness independent of first seeking the kingdom of heaven, &c., … Wilford Woodruff, JD 4:227-233
  325. We are now showing that we can raise fruit down there, and by-and-by I may have the satisfaction of eating the… Orson Hyde, JD 10:70-75
  326. I have been particular in noticing this matter. Great abuses are springing up among us for want of proper atte… Daniel H. Wells, JD 10:139-143
  327. One after another passages might be repeated relating to the designs and purposes of God, all going to show th… Franklin D. Richards, JD 23:106-114
  328. I do not think there is any less hostility against the truth; I do not think that Belial has lost any of his h… George Q. Cannon, JD 20:32-39
  329. One of the teachers will probably attend to the rudiments of education, though we prefer to have scholars tole… Brigham Young, JD 8:39-43
  330. As the Gospel presents itself to me, as the work of God is spread out before my mind, so I judge of it, so I a… Amasa M. Lyman, JD 11:192-198
  331. When I arose to address you, I wanted to talk to you a little of my experience in practical “Mormonism,” but I… Brigham Young, JD 1:131-137
  332. That God may help us to be faithful and lead us forward until we are brought back into His presence, is my pra… George Q. Cannon, JD 25:288-295
  333. God bless the humble in heart, and those who promote truth and righteousness upon the earth; and let the wrath… Brigham Young, JD 8:222-226
  334. The late news from the army is favorable, as it has hitherto been. I presume that it is well understood; there… Daniel Spencer, JD 6:216-218
  335. That God may bless us, that he may pour out his Holy Spirit upon this Conference; upon those who speak and tho… George Q. Cannon, JD 15:202-210
  336. The Lord bless you, brethren and sisters, and help us to be that which we profess to be, not only to be Latter… George Q. Cannon, JD 20:88-96
  337. For my own part, I am sensible that I have not long to stay upon the earth, but I have a great desire to live … John Young, JD 2:40-41
  338. As we steamed towards the east, we passed the Isle of Candia, the Crete of Scripture, and were reminded by var… George A. Smith, JD 16:87-102
  339. We are now prepared to attend to baptizing and giving endowments, and shall appoint Tuesdays and Wednesdays fo… Brigham Young, JD 18:303-305
  340. The speaker concluded by reiterating his allegiance to the American government, and exhorting the Saints to be… John H. Smith, JD 26:174-182
  341. Shall we go to the Greek Church for the true authority? It is based pretty much upon the same principle as the… John Taylor, JD 10:123-133
  342. May God help us to be faithful in this work, so that when he shall come, we may as individuals and a church be… Charles W. Penrose, JD 21:45-53
  343. You will find out that I am telling you the truth, and that is why I want you to live your religion and serve … Heber C. Kimball, JD 5:27-34
  344. This will give you an idea of the confusion that can be created by a thousand voices in the extreme of enthusi… George A. Smith, JD 9:15-20
  345. She is termed, in other places, by the same prophet, “The whore of all the earth,” making the nations drink of… Orson Pratt, JD 14:343-356
  346. It is those that gain a little knowledge, and begin their researches in various branches of science, but do no… Erastus Snow, JD 19:266-279
  347. How much better, then, are we in the present age than the people of other ages? And what is man in reality, wi… John Taylor, JD 8:1-6
  348. May God bless us, help us to keep his commandments, to discern the truth, and to cleave to it all our days, in… George Q. Cannon, JD 14:163-172
  349. Then let us keep ourselves pure before Him, live the principles that we have espoused, and be prepared for the… George A. Smith, JD 7:111-117
  350. I merely name this fact because, as brother Kimball and brother Young remarked, so very few of that family hav… George A. Smith, JD 5:101-111
  351. As to evil-speaking, I will say that if men will do the will of God and keep his commandments and do good, the… Brigham Young, JD 7:227-230
  352. Can you, ladies, manufacture bonnets for yourselves and daughters, and hats for your husbands, sons and brothe… Brigham Young, JD 12:297-301
  353. I was ordained, and went forth with the Council of the Twelve. We performed an extended mission through the ea… Orson Pratt, JD 12:84-93
  354. We thank thee that we are permitted to live in the flesh, and have a place upon thy footstool, and partake dai… Heber C. Kimball, JD 2:34-35
  355. The Gospel is the power of God unto salvation to every one that forsakes evil and does right—who walks in the … Heber C. Kimball, JD 8:212-215
  356. I thank you for your attention, brethren and sisters. I have detained you a little longer than I intended to d… Brigham Young, JD 17:51-56
  357. May the Lord God bless this people, and bless his servant that leads them; and I bless everything that sticks … Heber C. Kimball, JD 6:185-193
  358. You know the prophecy of Daniel about the kingdom and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heavens bei… Parley P. Pratt, JD 3:307-316
  359. Truth will prevail, while all man-made systems, on which the whole world stands convicted before High Heaven, … Daniel H. Wells, JD 9:362-364
  360. We have been harassed from the beginning unto this day, and I fear will be, until we conform to this law, and … Lorenzo Snow, JD 20:361-372
  361. As this is the county seat, complete, as soon as you can, a house that will answer, for the present, for a mee… Brigham Young, JD 8:77-80
  362. I feel that the Spirit of the Lord is here and that we shall have a good Conference and a happy and joyous tim… Heber C. Kimball, JD 10:163-169
  363. When I came to these conclusions, I said, Now I will go there among them; for I have found out how I may learn… Brigham Young, JD 5:206-213
  364. To answer these questions satisfactorily we must be instructed in the things of God, so that we may understand… Erastus Snow, JD 13:5-11
  365. Why, the Lord wanted this intelligent being called man, to prove himself; inasmuch as he was an agent, He desi… Orson Pratt, JD 1:280-294
  366. That we may continue to enjoy the life which has been given unto us, and that we may finally “become men and w… Henry W. Naisbitt, JD 22:74-82