The whole mystery of temptation is to have sins suggested to us, and to be swept after them by a sudden enthusiasm, which sometimes feels as strong as the Spirit of God ever made in us the enthusiasm for virtue.
George A. Smith Quotes
Power and position often make a man trifle with the truth.
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| Birth: | 26th June, 1817 |
| Death: | 1st September, 1875 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Clergyman |
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George Albert Smith was born in Potsdam, New York, USA. He was an American clergyman. He was an early leader in the Latter Day Saint movement and served in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and as a member of the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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