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\u201cDon\u2019t try to tear down other people\u2019s religion about their ears. Build up your own perfect structure of truth, and invite your listeners to enter in and enjoy its glories.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nBrigham Young<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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