The purpose of the gospel is to make bad men good and good men better, and to change human nature.
David O. McKay Quotes
Men may yearn for peace, cry for peace, and work for peace, but there will be no peace until they follow the path pointed out by the Living Christ. He is the true light of men's lives.
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| Birth: | 8th September, 1873 |
| Death: | 18th January, 1970 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Clergyman, Educator, Writer |
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David Oman McKay was born in Huntsville, Utah Territory. He was an American clergyman, educator and writer. He was the ninth president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving from 1951 until his death. Prior to this appointment to full-time church service, McKay had planned on a career in education and educational administration. He continued serving as principal of the Weber Stake Academy. He also served on the Weber school's board of trustees until 1922 and on the University of Utah's board of regents from 1921 to 1922.
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