“In reflecting on the need to cultivate the virtue of temperance, I am reminded of the words of Hannah, the mother of the prophet Samuel — a woman of remarkable faith who, even after great trials, offered a song of gratitude to the Lord. She said, ‘Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.’
“Her song is more than a prayer — it is a self-addressed invitation to act with humility, self-control, and moderation. Hannah reminds us that true spiritual strength is not expressed in impulsive reactions or haughty words, but in temperate, thoughtful attitudes aligned with the Lord’s wisdom.”
— Elder Ulisses Soares (ulisses__soares)
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Artwork: “Hannah and Samuel,” by Robert A. Boyd