The Importance of Scripture Study

These are some quotes we have gathered on the subject of scripture study. The prophets and apostles urge us to always remember the importance of spiritual learning and to never let secular learning be the only kind of learning we do. We have included a short "sample" quote after each link.

Choose Quotes By: President Henry B. Eyring ". . . you are interested in education, not just for mortal life but for eternal life. When you see that reality clearly with spiritual sight, you will put spiritual learning first and yet not slight the secular learning."
President Gordon B. Hinckley "There is need for another education, without which the substance of secular learning may lead only to destruction. I refer to the education of the heart, of the conscience, of the character, of the spirit."
Elder Russell M. Nelson "Mankind’s unfamiliarity with the scriptures has sometimes brought sorrow to great numbers of people over long periods of time. The suffering that has resulted from such ignorance is truly tragic."