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“Every teaching position, every missionary position can be held by single people. We welcome to that kind of service people who are struggling with any kind of temptation when the struggle is a good struggle and they are living so as to be appropriate teachers, or missionaries, or whatever the calling may be.”

Quote by Dallin H. Oaks

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Dallin H. Oaks is an American author recognized for his contributions to religious and legal literature. Born on August 12, 1932, Oaks has penned numerous books and articles on subjects ranging from constitutional law to religious ethics. His work has been influential in both academic and religious communities. more

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