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“The stage, the screen, the novel, casual conversation, the street discussion, and too often the fireside intimacies are punctuated with blasphemy, to which may be added, as of the same nature, coarse, ribald jokes, foul stories, and low small talk. Some would have us believe that profanity is a sign of masculinity and emotion maturity.”

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Book:The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson
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The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson

This book compiles a selection of addresses and sermons delivered by Ezra Taft Benson, a prominent religious leader. The content covers a range of topics including faith, family values, and personal integrity, offering insights into Benson's perspective on these subjects. more

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Ezra Taft Benson was a notable American farmer and politician. Born on August 4, 1899, in Whitney, Idaho, he dedicated much of his life to agricultural endeavors. Serving as the Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1956, Benson was also a member of the LDS Church and a leader within the church's ranks. more

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