Titles of General Authorities associated with quotes

3 postsstarted by ksgentry 2020-01-02 18:27 UTC915 viewsoriginal topic

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#1
2020-01-02 18:27 UTC

In our ward's bulletin, As a space-filler on the front of our program, it has become tradition to include a short scripture or quote. I'd like to include one from President Nelson, but it originates from a general conference talk he gave when he was an Apostle (active use of the title of Elder). In regards to attribution, I feel I should use "Elder Russell M. Nelson," but wanted to know if there are guidelines anywhere regarding using aged quotes where the General Authority's title is now different? Thanks in advance.

russellhltn

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#2
2020-01-02 19:01 UTC

I don't know of any guidelines, but I would use his title as it was at the time.

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#3
2020-01-02 20:17 UTC

I would also include the date, so it's clear if anyone wonders why it says "Elder" instead of "President".

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