"What has history said of eminence without honor, wealth without wisdom, power and possessions without principle? The answer is reiterated in the overthrow of the mightiest empires of ancient times. Babylon, Persia, Greece, Rome! The four successive, universal powers of the past. What and where are they?"
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Quotes by Orson F. Whitney
Orson F. Whitney (1855-1931) was a prominent American poet, author, and leader in the Latter-day Saint movement. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, he became known for his profound spiritual insights and eloquent writings, which reflected the cultural and religious milieu of his time. Whitney was not only a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles but also a key figure in the development of Mormon literature, emphasizing the importance of faith, personal experience, and the power of the written word. His legacy endures through his influential quotes and literary contributions.
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"The commonest error made in relation to poetry is that it consists simply in verse-making. Many confound the casket of meter and rhyme with the jewel of thought which it encloses, and, perhaps, in some instances, after close investigation, they have found the casket empty and turned away with feelings of disappointment and disgust."
Orson F. Whitney