Because of the addictive nature of pornography and the harm it can cause to body and spirit, servants of God have repeatedly warned us to shun it. Those who are caught in the trap of pornography should stop immediately and seek help.

Gospel Library > Gospel Topics

Richard G. Scott

Satan has become a master at using the addictive power of pornography to limit individual capacity to be led by the Spirit. Participation in pornography in any of its lurid forms is a manifestation of unbridled selfishness.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2009

Richard G. Scott

Satan has become a master at using the addictive power of pornography to limit individual capacity to be led by the Spirit. Participation in pornography in any of its lurid forms is a manifestation of unbridled selfishness.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2009

See also Marriage; Pornography; Repentance —See True to the Faith (2004), 29–33 

Gospel Library > Gospel Topics

Thomas S. Monson

On the other hand, however—and extremely alarming—are the reports of the number of individuals who are utilizing the Internet for evil and degrading purposes, the viewing of pornography being the most prevalent of these purposes. My beloved friends, under no circumstances allow yourselves to become trapped in the viewing of pornography, one of the most effective of Satan’s enticements.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2009

Thomas S. Monson

On the other hand, however—and extremely alarming—are the reports of the number of individuals who are utilizing the Internet for evil and degrading purposes, the viewing of pornography being the most prevalent of these purposes. My beloved friends, under no circumstances allow yourselves to become trapped in the viewing of pornography, one of the most effective of Satan’s enticements.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2009

Gordon B. Hinckley

I speak of pornography in all of its manifestations. I recently read that pornography has become a $57 billion industry worldwide.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2004

Gordon B. Hinckley

I speak of pornography in all of its manifestations. I recently read that pornography has become a $57 billion industry worldwide.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2004

David B. Haight

Jacobellis v. Ohio, 378-U.S. 184, 1964.) Pornography is not a victimless crime. Pornography degrades and exploits men, and women, and children in a most ugly and corrupt fashion.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1984

Dallin H. Oaks

Those who seek out and use pornography forfeit the power of their priesthood. Patrons of pornography also lose the companionship of the Spirit.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2005

Gordon B. Hinckley

For most of my adult life I have been addicted to pornography. I am convinced that this exposure at an early age to sex and pornography is at the root of my addiction today. “I think it is ironic that those who support the business of pornography say that it is a matter of freedom of expression.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2006

Gordon B. Hinckley

For most of my adult life I have been addicted to pornography. I am convinced that this exposure at an early age to sex and pornography is at the root of my addiction today. “I think it is ironic that those who support the business of pornography say that it is a matter of freedom of expression.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2006

Thomas S. Monson

Pornography and Crime Pornography, the carrier, is big business. In the study, 87 percent of convicted molesters of girls and 77 percent of convicted molesters of boys admit to the use of pornography, most often in commission of their crimes. 2 Some publishers and printers prostitute their presses by printing millions of pieces of pornography each day.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2001

Thomas S. Monson

Pornography and Crime Pornography, the carrier, is big business. In the study, 87 percent of convicted molesters of girls and 77 percent of convicted molesters of boys admit to the use of pornography, most often in commission of their crimes. 2 Some publishers and printers prostitute their presses by printing millions of pieces of pornography each day.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 2001

Dallin H. Oaks

Those who seek out and use pornography forfeit the power of their priesthood. Patrons of pornography also lose the companionship of the Spirit.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2005

H. David Burton

Some guys do not show respect for the priesthood because they use profanity; some are involved in pornography; and a few are into drugs.” I’m certain, my young brethren, that you’ll agree that profanity, pornography, and drugs should not be a part of the life of a priesthood holder. During time-out let’s talk about pornography.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2000

Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts

If you already indulge in pornography to any degree, you can stop. Then you place yourself in situations that lead you to pornography.

Gospel Library > Support Materials > Leadership

Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Spencer W. Kimball

We know of no directive from the Lord that proper sexual experience between husbands and wives need be limited totally to the procreation of children, but we find much evidence from Adam until now that no provision was ever made by the Lord for indiscriminate sex.11 We must shun pornography and other forms of immorality. But there are false teachers everywhere, using speech and pornographic literature, magazines, radio, TV, street talk—spreading damnable heresies which break down moral standards, and this to gratify the lust of the flesh.12 We abhor pornography that seems to be flooding the land.

Gospel Library > Lessons > Relief Society

True to the Faith

Members of the Church should avoid pornography in any form and should oppose its production, distribution, and use. If you are caught in the trap of pornography, stop immediately and seek help.

Gospel Library > Support Materials > Youth

Thomas S. Monson

He would have us believe that the viewing of pornography really hurts no one. One of the most accessible sources of pornography today is the Internet, where one can turn on a computer and instantly have at his fingertips countless sites featuring pornography.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2006