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“While walking in a rapid stream we cannot tread twice in the same water. Neither can we spend twice the same time. When we pass out of that door, the work of this meeting will be closed to us forever. We shall never spend the time of this evening again. Then should we not keep a record of our work, teachings, and counsel.”

Quote by Wilford Woodruff

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Wilford Woodruff's Journal, 1833-1898: Typescript

Wilford Woodruff's Journal, 1833-1898: Typescript is a comprehensive record of the personal reflections and observations of Wilford Woodruff, a key leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The journal provides a detailed account of his life, including his religious experiences, missionary work, and administrative duties within the church. It is a valuable historical document for those interested in the history of the Latter-day Saint movement and the personal journey of one of its most influential figures. more

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Wilford Woodruff
Wilford Woodruff

Wilford Woodruff (March 1, 1807 – September 2, 1898) was the fourth president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving from 1890 until his death. He is best known for issuing the 1890 Manifesto, which ended the practice of plural marriage within the church. Under his leadership, the church navigated through a critical period of external pressure and internal adjustment, setting the foundation for its modern development. more

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