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Meaning
The quote says that the purpose of family life is to help people find happiness and avoid suffering. It presents family formation as something guided by divine ideal. The emphasis is on choosing a path that leads to more joy and less sorrow.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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No source found on Wikiquote; the quote is attributed to Henry B. Eyring.
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About Henry B. Eyring
Henry B. Eyring is quoted here; further biographical details are not publicly available.
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