(2/17/04)
"As the Lord communicates with the meek and submissive, fewer decibels are required, and more nuances are received. Even the most meek, like Moses (see Num. 12:3), learn overwhelming things they 'never had supposed.' (Moses 1:10.) But it is only the meek mind which can be so shown and so stretched-not those, as Isaiah wrote, who 'are wise in their own eyes.' (Isa. 5:21; see also 2 Ne. 9:29 and 2 Ne. 15:21.)" - Neal A. Maxwell, "Willing to Submit," Ensign, May 1985, p. 71

(5/11/04)
"The person who obtains meekness and lowliness of heart and who enjoys the company of the Holy Ghost will have no desire to offend or hurt others, nor will he feel affected by any offenses received from others. He will treat his spouse and children with love and respect and will have good relationships with everyone he associates with. In occupying positions of leadership in the Church, he will apply the same principles as he does in the home, showing that there is no difference between the person he is when within the walls of his own home and the person he is in his relationship with the members of the Church." - Francisco J. Viñas, "Applying the Simple and Plain Gospel Principles in the Family," General Conference, April 2004

9/23/06
"Meekness is a virtue that can be exercised toward both God and man. The meek are those who are gentle, kind, patient, tolerant; not proud, mighty, or conceited. In Proverbs we read, 'He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty.' (Prov. 16:32.)

"Meekness must not, however, be confused with self-depreciation. Because it involves self-control, it is not a weak, but a heroic quality. Our Savior at all times was willing to submit to the will of God. Even in his moment of agony, he could say, 'Nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.' (Luke 22:42.)" - O. Leslie Stone, "The Beatitudes," Ensign (CR), November 1974, p.31

8/18/08
"Meekness ranks low on the mortal scale of things, yet high on God's: 'For none is acceptable before God, save the meek and lowly in heart.' (Moroni 7:44.) The rigorous requirements of Christian discipleship are clearly unattainable without meekness. In fact, meekness is needed in order to be spiritually successful, whether in matters of the intellect, in the management of power, in the dissolution of personal pride, or in coping with the challenges of daily life. Jesus, the carpenter—who, with Joseph, 'undoubtedly had experience making yokes'—gave us that marvelous metaphor: 'Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart.' (Matthew 11:29.) The yoke of obedience to Him is far better than servitude to sin, but the demands are real. Serious disciples are urged not only to do good, but also not to grow weary of doing good. (Galatians 6:9; Helaman 10:5.)" - Neal A. Maxwell, "Meek and Lowly," p.ix