Back-to-School Pep Talk

This talk by Russel M. Nelson was originally given during the October 1992 General Conference.

"Where Is Wisdom?"

Russell M. Nelson
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Today I would like to pose a question asked long ago by Job: “Where shall wisdom be found?” (Job 28:12.)

Leaders of this Church have repeatedly emphasized the importance of education. It is a vital component of wisdom. Not long after the pioneers began construction of their temple in Illinois, they established the University of the City of Nauvoo. The First Presidency proclaimed that this university “will enable us to teach our children wisdom, to instruct them in all the knowledge and learning, in the arts, sciences, and learned professions.”