Any young man who is unmarried at the age of twenty-one is a menace to the community.

— Brigham Young

Brethren, let us mind our own business - that is, the calling the Lord has called us to - to do everything we can to promote the good of the Cause of Truth, and never ask how big we are, or inquire who we are; but let it be, 'What can I do to build up the Kingdom of God upon the Earth?'

— Brigham Young

Don't try to tear down other people's religion about their ears, Build up your own perfect structure of truth, and invite your listeners to enter in and enjoy its glories.

— Brigham Young

Education is the power to think clearly, the power to act well in the world's work, and the power to appreciate life.

— Brigham Young

Education is the power to think clearly, the power to act well in the worlds work, and the power to appreciate life.

— Brigham Young

He who takes offense when no offense is intended is a fool, and he who takes offense when offense is intended is a greater fool.

— Brigham Young

I am more afraid that this people have so much confidence in their leaders that they will not inquire for themselves of God whether they are led by him. I am fearful they settle down in a state of blind self security. Let every man and woman know, by the whispering of the Spirit of God to themselves, whether their leaders are walking in the path the Lord dictates, or not.

— Brigham Young

If I do not know the will of my Father, and what He requires of me in a certain transaction, if I ask Him to give me wisdom concerning any requirement in my life, or in regard to my own course, or that of my friends, my family, my children, or those that I preside over, and get no answer from Him, and then do the very best that my judgement will teach me, He is bound to own and honor that transaction, and He will do so to all intents and purposes.

— Brigham Young

If the Devil says you cannot pray when you are angry, tell him it is none of his business, and pray until that species of insanity is dispelled and serenity is restored to the mind. (p. 175)

— Brigham Young

If you are ever called upon to chasten a person, never chasten beyond the balm you have within you to bind up.

— Brigham Young