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What is "Joseph's Promise" (regarding the Doctrine and Covenants)?

"honorable searchers for truth" to "search the revelations which we publish, and ask your heavenly Father, in the name of his Son Jesus Christ, to manifest the truth unto you, and if you do it with an eye single to his glory, nothing doubting he will answer you by the power of his Holy Spirit: You will then know for yourselves, and not for another: You will not then be dependent on man for the knowledge of God; nor will there be any room for speculation."4

According to the Doctrine and Covenants, how are we to "seek learning"?

"seek ye diligently and teach one another words of wisdom; yea, seek ye out of the best books words of wisdom; seek learning, even by study and also by faith"

Why and How is Jesus Christ considered the chief cornerstone of the Church?

It is the most essential stone because it anchors and aligns all of the other stones that are laid. The entire structure is based on the position of this head, or chief, cornerstone.

What are several key principles to remember when considering Doctrine and Covenants revelations—including why written revelations have sometimes been altered?

Limited by language. Added verses to existing revelations. Refined the revelation due to higher understanding. Reduce potential understanding. Amends to change wine to water. Errors were made while recording or transcribing the revelation. Typographical errors like spelling, punctuation, and grammatical mistakes needed to be corrected. Clarification was needed to communicate ideas more clearly. Additional revelation or further understanding was added

What are some of the many definitions for the word Zion?

Location of a future holy city in Missouri, individual's standing before God and others, The pure in heart, wards and stakes increasing as a tent gets bigger.

What offices of the priesthood existed when the Church was organized and which developed gradually over time? How did the organization of the Church develop over time?

1. Elder (apostle origiinally), priest, teacher, and deacon. 2. Bishop, high priest, First Presidency, High councils, patriarch, Quorum of the Twelve and Seventy (used to be a missionary, but became an authority calling. Quorum of the Anointed created with new priesthood ordinances.

What priesthood and keys did Peter, James, and John restore?

And the voice of Michael, the archangel; the voice of bGabriel, and of Raphael, and of divers cangels, from Michael or dAdam down to the present time, all declaring their edispensation, their rights, their fkeys, their honors, their majesty and glory, and the power of their priesthood; giving line upon line, gprecept upon precept; here a little, and there a little; giving us consolation by holding forth that which is to come, confirming our hhope! 22 Brethren, shall we not go on in so great a cause? Go forward and not backward. aCourage, brethren; and on, on to the victory! Let your hearts rejoice, and be exceedingly glad. Let the earth break forth into bsinging. Let the cdead speak forth anthems of eternal praise to the dKing Immanuel, who hath ordained, before the world was, that which would enable us to eredeem them out of their fprison; for the prisoners shall go free. "The voice of Peter, James, and John in the wilderness between Harmony, Susquehanna county, and Colesville, Broome county, on the Susquehanna river, declaring themselves as possessing the keys of the kingdom, and of the dispensation of the fulness of times! And again, the voice of God in the chamber of old Father Whitmer, in Fayette"

What are two primary doctrinal messages from the First Vision?

Apostasy through ordinances Apostasy through creeds, Apostasy through doctrine

How did we get The Pearl of Great Price, and when was it canonized?

Apostle Franklin D. Richards compiled the Pearl of Great Price while serving as president of the British Mission. The book was widely used as the Church grew, and in 1880 Church leaders voted it into the canonized standard works.

What are the basic Christian creeds?

Apostle's Creed: Believes in the communion of saints. Nicene Creed: Incarnate of the Holy Spirit and Mary. Anthanasian Creed: Trinity uncreated, immeasurable. Catholic forbids that there are three gods and lords. Chalcedonian Creed: God the Word, the Lord Jesus Christ.

What databases and online resources are available to aid in your search for learning about Church doctrine and history?

BYU Religious Study Center BYU Studies Joseph Smith Papers Harold B Lee Library General Conference Corpus

What foundational practices of the Church are listed in D&C 20?

Baptism, Sacrament, Blessing babies with a name, transgressing, laying on of hands.

What are the six foundational time periods of Church history we will cover in this class (titles and years)?

Beginnings(1820-1831) Two Church Centers(1831-1838) Nauvoo(1839-1846) Church in the West(1846-1950) Expansion(1950-1989) Worldwide Church(1990-Present)

What are the definitions of and differences between "all things common," the United Firm (Order), and the law of consecration?

All things common. This term refers to early Saints giving over to the Church all their properties and being deeded back a portion according to their wants and needs. Sometimes this is called the law of stewardship of properties. Participating members, by covenant, united Church businesses, such as a hotel, a tannery, an ashery, a sawmill, and Bishop Whitney's store in Kirtland and the printing press and Sidney Gilbert's store in Missouri. "we covenant to give of our resources in time and money and talent—all we are and all we possess—to the interest of the kingdom of God upon the earth."4

What is the Second Great Awakening?

An uprising of enthusiasm of religious rebirth for many faiths.

What types of changes to the Bible did Joseph Smith make?

Clarification wilt thou have me do Correcting Errors hath not known it Addition Judge not unrighteously Explanation How one takes up his cross Deletions Song of Solomon Removing Contradictions all four gospels say two angels Modern Application Holy Salutation Grammatical changes saith to said 14 books had no changes

What types of laws are included in the Law?

Consecration More perfect commandments No one shall go forth to preach unless ordained by authority. Repent. Tithing. Law of Chastity Property, Family, the Commandments.

What does it mean that churches "deny [God's] power?"

Consider here that they have "—a form of godliness—" they have no authority, "but they deny the power thereof." In the ordinances of the holy priesthood, the power of godliness is made manifest. And what is the power of godliness? The blessings of the Atonement. Without the ordinances, there is no access to the blessings of the Atonement. So even in the First Vision there's a foreshadowing, a foretelling of priesthood and restoration and keys and ordinances that provide access to the blessings of the Atonement.17

By what names have Joseph's Bible translation been known?

New Translation Inspired Version Joseph Smith Translation

What are six foundational doctrines of the Church listed in D&C 20?

Creation fall

Why are there different First Vision accounts?

Different scribes, more specific insight overtime, differences in written and spoken word, and he felt imprisoned by paper and pen.

When and how did Joseph Smith obtain his brown seer stone, and what did he use it for?

Discovered after his First Vision and before he knelt to pray for forgiveness before Moroni's first visit in September 1823. He used to to hunt for buried treasure.

What was the process of acquiring and printing the JST?

Dr. Robert J. Matthews, a former dean of religious education at BYU, began an intensive study of the Joseph Smith Translation. The RLDS church gave him access to the original manuscript, and over time he confirmed the accuracy of what they called the "Inspired Version of the Bible." As a result, the RLDS gave us the rights to publish hundreds of JST verses in the footnotes and appendix of the 1979 LDS Bible edition. We now officially refer to the prophet's work as the Joseph Smith Translation.

Where was the Church headquartered in each major period?

Fayette, New York, at the home of Peter Whitmer Sr. Kirtland, Ohio. Far West Commerce, Nauvoo, Illinois Iowa, Winter Quarters Nebraska, Salt Lake Salt Lake City

What were five titles Joseph Smith was sustained as at the Church's organization?

First Apostle of Jesus Christ, First Elder of the Church, Apostle of Jesus Christ.

What is American religious freedom?

Freedom of Religion in America lol. Prohibited laws installing a national religion.

What other angels are part of Melchizedek priesthood restoration?

Gabriel, Raphael, and Michael. Moses, Elias, and Elijah

What is the Burned-over District?

Places where several religious iterant preachers taught at camp meetings in western New York.

What is the 1833 Book of Commandments?

In whatever form the revelations were received, most were not originally part of an actual book. Instead, they were first recorded on loose sheets of paper. Later they were copied into special notebooks. We call these Manuscript Revelation Books 1 and 2. In Joseph Smith's time they were known as the Book of Commandments and Revelations and the Kirtland Revelation Book. [00:02:27] These books are often our earliest source material for Doctrine and Covenants revelations because many of the original revelation papers are gone. By 1831, Joseph had received about sixty revelations. At that point, church leaders held a conference in Hyrum, Ohio, where they decided to publish the revelations in a book. They called this the Book of Commandments, and decided it would be printed in the church's press in Independence, Missouri.

Where will the latter-day city of Zion be built?

Independence, Jackson County, Missouri

What is the definition of "Urim and Thummim"?

Instruments prepared by God to assist man in obtaining revelation and in translating languages. In the Hebrew language the words mean "lights and perfections." The Urim and Thummim consist of two stones set in silver bows and sometimes used with a breastplate (D&C 17:1; JS—H 1:35, 42, 52). This earth will become a great Urim and Thummim in its sanctified and immortal state (D&C 130:6-9).

What are the Manuscript Revelation Books?

The manuscript revelation books contain many of the earliest known copies of the revelations received by Joseph Smith and provide insights into the revelatory process. That is not the case. In Manuscript Revelation Book 1 (Links to an external site.) and Book 2 (Links to an external site.), there are at least twelve unpublished revelations. Some of these uncanonized revelations are minor, such as a revelation on where to buy paper (Links to an external site.) on which to print the Book of Commandments. Others are major and change the course of the Church, such as an 1838 revelation to abandon Kirtland, Ohio, and flee to Far West, Missouri (Links to an external site.). It is not entirely clear why revelations such as these were not included in the original Book of Commandments or later editions of the Doctrine and Covenants.

How does the JST contribute to the restoration of truth and the education of Joseph Smith?

The Lord used the Bible translation to help Joseph better understand gospel doctrines. The prophet received many sections of the Doctrine and Covenants during this period. And the work directly or indirectly influenced dozens of D&C revelations. In this sense, the JST and the Doctrine and Covenants are not entirely separate books; they're interwoven. A portion of the JST officially appeared for the first time in the Church's Nauvoo newspaper, Times and Seasons. There, excerpts from Genesis and Matthew were published. At that time, the work was simply called the new translation.

What is the scriptural definition of "the gospel"?

The gospel is defined as: Faith in Jesus Christ Repentance Baptism Receiving the Holy Ghost Continuing daily, or "enduring," in that faith (see Articles of Faith 1:4 (Links to an external site.))

Where is the Church's "Articles and Covenants" found in the Doctrine and Covenants, and how were those articles created?

d "The Articles and Covenants of the Church of Christ." This document, included in the Doctrine and Covenants today as section 20, serves as a kind of constitution for the modern Church—giving a brief history of its rise, its foundational doctrines, and a description of priesthood offices, ordinances, and procedures for the Church. The Articles and Covenants were presented at the June 1830 Church conference for a sustaining vote. It was the first revelation of Joseph Smith that was sustained by common consent. The minutes of that June 1830 meeting record: "Articles and Covenants read by Joseph Smith jr. and recieved by unanimous voice of the whole congregation."3

What is the Lamanite Mission and its major effect on the Church?

set out on a mission to preach to the American Indians. They left Fayette, New York, in October 1830. Before they left, the missionaries signed a solemn covenant before God showing their twofold intention to (1) "go forth unto the Lamanites, to proclaim glad tidings of great joy unto them, by presenting unto them the fulness of the Gospel"; and 2) "also, to rear up a pillar as a witness where the Temple of God shall be built, in the glorious New-Jerusalem."1

What occurred at the June 1831 conference regarding "high priesthood" or "Melchizedek's priesthood"?

the office of bishop wasn't revealed until February of 1831. That was when Edward Partridge, a hat maker and businessman living in Kirtland, Ohio, was called as the first bishop. With their ordinations the office of high priest became distinct from elder. Joseph Smith was sustained as the president of the high priesthood in January of 1832.

What is the Abrahamic Covenant?

"His posterity would be numerous (see Genesis 17:5-6 (Links to an external site.); Abraham 2:9 (Links to an external site.); 3:14 (Links to an external site.)). "His seed, or descendants, would receive the gospel and bear the priesthood (Links to an external site.) (see Abraham 2:9 (Links to an external site.)). "Through the ministry of his seed, 'all the families of the earth [would] be blessed, even with the blessings of the Gospel, which are the blessings of salvation, even of life eternal' (Abraham 2:11 (Links to an external site.))." Thus, the Abrahamic covenant can be summarized into three p's: priesthood, posterity, and promised land. The Abrahamic covenant in reality is not Abraham's, nor was it new with him. It is the covenant of exaltation—the covenant or promise of the fathers. It is the covenants, ordinances, power, and promises to become like God. Today, we can qualify to be heirs to Abraham's covenant through faithfully keeping covenants made at baptism (see Abraham 2:10 (Links to an external site.)) and through the ordinances of the temple.

What did Joseph need to repent of before he could obtain the plates?

"I had been tempted of the advisary and saught the Plates to obtain riches and kept not the commandme[n]t that I should have an eye single to the Glory of God therefore I was chastened."44 According to Lucy, the angel told Joseph "that he could not take them from the place wherein they were deposited, until he had learned to keep the commandments of God," clarifying that Joseph needed to become "not only willing, but able to do it."45

How was the Book of Mormon translated?

"I would inform you that I translated [the book], by the gift and power of God." Most of the accounts speak of Joseph's use of the Urim and Thummim (either the interpreters or the seer stone), and many accounts refer to his use of a single stone. According to these accounts, Joseph placed either the interpreters or the seer stone in a hat, pressed his face into the hat to block out extraneous light, and read aloud the English words that appeared on the instrument.26 Scribe, covering on the plates, look into a hat put the Urim and Thummim, then just got revelation.

What are the four types of doctrine?

-Core Doctrine (Unchanging truths of Salvation) -Supportive Doctrine (Elaborative, descriptive, timely teachings expanding on core doctrine -Policy Doctrine (Timely statements related to applications of supportive or core doctrine) -Esoteric Doctrine (Unknown or only partially revealed or yet to be revealed truths)

What was the audience and context for each of Joseph's accounts?

1832 Account: In the account, Joseph Smith described his consciousness of his own sins and his frustration at being unable to find a church that matched the one he had read about in the New Testament and that would lead him to redemption. Emphasizes Jesus Christ forgiveness of his sins. Experienced joy and love. No one believed it. 1835 Account: Vision recounted to Robert Matthews, a visitor to Kirtland. He retold it to scribe Warren Parrish, and emphasizes Joseph's attempt to find the right church and the opposition he faced, and the appearance of a divine personage followed by another and angels. 1838 Account: Best known to latter day saints today. First published in 1842 in the Times and Seasons, the Church's newspaper in Nauvoo, Illinois, the account was part of a longer history dictated by Joseph Smith between periods of intense opposition. Whereas the 1832 account emphasizes the more personal story of Joseph Smith as a young man seeking forgiveness, the 1838 account focuses on the vision as the beginning of the "rise and progress of the Church." Like the 1835 account, the central question of the narrative is which church is right. 1842 Account: Written in response to Chicago Democrat editor John Wentworth's request for information about the Latter-day Saints, this account was printed in the Times and Seasons in 1842. The account, intended for publication for an audience unfamiliar with Latter-day Saint beliefs, is concise and straightforward. As with earlier accounts, Joseph Smith noted the confusion he experienced and the appearance of two personages in answer to his prayer. The following year, Joseph Smith sent this account with minor modifications to a historian named Israel Daniel Rupp

What are the major editions of the D&C, and what is significant about each of them?

1835 Edition: 101 Sections. 1844: Added eight new sections including 119 on tithing and 135 of Joseph and Hyrum Smith's Martyrdom. 1876: Overseen by Orson Pratt. Added 26 new sections. Section 2 covers visit of angel Moroni, 13 gives words of John the Baptist restoring the Aaronic Priesthood, 110 details appearance of the Savior and other heavenly messengers in the Kirtland Temple, and 136 contains Brigham Young's revelation at Winter Quarters to guide the pioneers. Also added footnotes and removed 1835 statement on Marriage. 1921 edition: added Official Declaration 1, which put an end to plural marriage. Also removed Lectures on Faith and expanded footnotes and index. Combined three restored works as the triple combination. 1981: added two new sections 137 and 138. Since 1976, these had been included in the Pearl of Great Price. It also added Official Declaration 2, which made the blessings of the priesthood available to everyone. This was the first edition in which all four standard works were published together in one book known as the quad combination. 2013: The 2013 edition expanded the introduction and revised most section headings to make them clearer and more accurate. It updated the Chronological Order of Contents. It added headings giving background and context to the Official Declarations and corrected some minor footnote errors. One of the most unique things about the Doctrine and Covenants is that it's an open book of scripture. New revelations may be added as the Lord communicates with modern-day prophets, seers, and revelators. The Doctrine and Covenants is remarkable proof that God continues to speak to His servants in this day, revealing His word to His latter-day church and people, giving unto the faithful line upon line, precept upon precept.

How many changes did Joseph Smith make to the Bible, and how many of those changes are included in the LDS Bible today?

3410 verses changed 1300 and 2100 verses in Old and New. We have about one third included in the footnotes and appendix.

How many years passed from Moroni's first visit to Joseph Smith until Joseph could obtain the gold plates?

4

What is a creed?

A creed is a formal statement of faith and doctrine.

What are five factors for evaluating a historical source?

A primary source is produced by a participant or observer of the event. It is someone who was there—a firsthand account. Another major factor that influences the validity of a historical source's claim is when the source was recorded. A contemporary account is one that is recorded at or relatively near the time of the events. Another factor influencing the validity of a historical document or claim is the potential for implicit bias in the claims made by the teller of the events. Relationship with other sources Supporting Evidence

What main gospel themes are present in the Book of Abraham?

Abraham 1: Abraham seeks "the blessings of the fathers" and becomes "a High Priest" He seems to be recounting this to demonstrate his faithfulness, and to explain how and why he obtained the "right of Priesthood" Abraham 2: Abrahamic Covenant In addition to proving his faithfulness, being ordained to the priesthood, and receiving the covenants of exaltation, Abraham 3-5 Abraham also learned about the premortal life and the creation of the world. God seems to have revealed these things to Abraham through the Urim and Thummim that he possessed Creation of the World and the placing of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.

When was the Book of Abraham translated?

July and late November of 1835

How is the Book of Mormon the "most correct" of any book on earth?

By "most correct" book, the prophet most likely meant that the Book of Mormon has the most correct descriptions and teachings of the fundamentals of the gospel. It most clearly articulates the doctrine of Christ and the fullness of the gospel, as the following quotes testify: It is the most correct book in explaining how one comes unto Christ.

What is "canon"?

Canonization is when a document is added to the Latter-day Saint standard works, or scriptures. Canon derives from a word meaning "rod" or measuring stick. Thus, canonized scripture means the standard by which religious doctrines are measured.10

What is the Protestant Reformation?

During the 16th century, the Protestant Reformation aimed at reforming the beliefs and practices supported by the Catholic Church. Christian reformers such as Martin Luther and William Tyndale labored to help Christians live closer to the ideals they found in the Bible.

Why was a second Church center established in Independence, Missouri?

During this period, the Lord gave a revelation to Joseph Smith (Doctrine and Covenants 57 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.) in which He identified Independence, Missouri, as the place to build the city of Zion—the "New Jerusalem." This revelation led many Saints to gather in Missouri, establishing two Church centers: one in Kirtland, Ohio, and the other in Independence, Missouri.

Where was the Church first commanded to gather in this dispensation?

Kirtland, Ohio

What are the four levels of evaluating an official Latter-day Saint teaching?

Harmonized Scriptures: United Voice of the First Pres. & 12 Apostles Repeated Teachings of General Authorities Church Publications 1. Is it repeatedly found in the scriptures? 2. Is it proclaimed by the united voice of the current Brethren? 3. Is it consistently taught by current General Authorities and general officers acting in their official capacity? 4. Is it found in recent Church publications or statements?

How many primary accounts of the First Vision did Joseph write, and when did he write them?

He only wrote the 1832 Account

What does it mean that Abraham desired the "blessings of the fathers"?

He wanted Priesthood Power and authority.

How do creeds define a modern "Christian"?

How they see or define the Godhead. (they define it as the Trinitarian God). We know they are distinct personalities, though one in purpose.

What are the facsimiles in The Pearl of Great Price, and what can they represent?

Jesus Christ

Who is the chief cornerstone of the restored Church?

Jesus Christ

What is the fundamental doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Latter-day Saints believe God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost are separate personages, but one in will and purpose

How did Joseph Smith receive the priesthood?

John the Baptist conferred upon Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdrey the Aaronic Priesthood and all the keys associated with it. He received the Melchizedek Priesthood from Peter, James, and John, Christ's original Apostles. It was a gradual process that developed over time through many events. Doctrine and Covenants 128 describes visitations from angels such as Gabriel, Raphael, and Michael. Each declared their dispensation, their rights, their keys, and the power of their priesthood. More Melchezidek Priesthood keys were restored on April 3, 1836. [00:05:39] As Joseph and Oliver prayed in the Kirtland Temple, the heavens were opened. Jesus Christ appeared, accepting the temple as His house. Ancient prophets Moses, Elias, and Elijah appeared and restored additional priesthood. Moses restored the keys of the gathering of Israel, with a mandate to take the gospel to all the world. Elias restored the dispensation of the gospel of Abraham. And Elijah restored the sealing power that binds family members together eternally, both the living and the dead. Joseph's role in restoring the priesthood culminated in the ordinances of the temple that were revealed in Nauvoo. So throughout Joseph's life, he continually received divine authority, restored ordinances, and grew in his understanding of the priesthood. And there are still additional priesthood keys that have not yet been restored. The keys of resurrection, for instance.

What was Joseph Smith's vision for Zion?

Joseph Smith envisioned that this city of Zion, the New Jerusalem, would be so holy that "even upon the bells of the Horses shall be written Holiness to the Lord."3

What does it mean that Joseph Smith "translated" the Bible?

Joseph gave revelatory interpretation, rephrasing, and clarification for numerous biblical passages.

Who were the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon?

Martin Harris, David Whitmer, and Oliver Cowdrey.

How was Joseph's translation of the Bible accomplished?

Now, the term translation usually means changing the text of one language into another. But the 1828 Webster's Dictionary also defines translation as an act of interpretation. This second definition more accurately describes Joseph's translation work with the Bible. Through revelation he clarified existing passages and restored lost doctrines, sometimes adding new information. [00:02:36] Those who watched the process reported that Joseph didn't use seer stones or compare Greek or Latin text. He also didn't try to change passages to match Book of Mormon phrasing. This translation wasn't an attempt to return the Bible to its original form. It was done to interpret biblical passages for the saints

Who wrote the secondary accounts of the First Vision, and what unique information does each of these accounts give us?

Orson Pratt: Multiple visions and ancient American Records Orson Hyde Levi Richards David Nye White, The Praries, Joe Smith, the Temple, the Mormons Alexander Neibaur "Work on this if you can"

What is the difference between priesthood power, authority, offices, keys, and ordinances?

Priesthood authority is the right to act in God's name and with His approval. With this authority priesthood holders can perform saving ordinances, like baptism. They can ordain others to the priesthood and set apart Church members to act in their callings. And prophets can declare the will of the Lord. [00:01:47] Priesthood power is God's power obtained through righteousness. Through that power God and His servants can break mountains, divide seas, dry up waters and turn them out of their course, divide the earth, break every band, and do all things according to His will. We might see priesthood power at work in the inspired counsel of a bishop or the healing of the sick. This power becomes available through our obedience, faithfulness, and diligence. [00:02:11] Priesthood offices are divisions of priesthood authority that perform specific responsibilities. For example, today the Aaronic Priesthood office of deacon passes the sacrament. The office of priest administers the sacrament. The Melchizedek Priesthood office of elder preaches the gospel. The office of apostle serves as a special witness of Jesus Christ. To understand priesthood keys we have to remember that our Heavenly Father and His son Jesus Christ decide how their priesthood will be used on the earth. In turn they delegate that right to priesthood leaders in specific positions. Those leaders control how the priesthood can be exercised in their church units for instance. [00:02:49] Here's an example. I hold the priesthood and have the authority to baptize. But I couldn't just go and baptize my eight-year-old brother on my own. I would need permission from my bishop because he holds the keys. He directs how and when the priesthood can be used to baptize in our ward. So you see, we may have priesthood authority, but most of us don't hold priesthood keys. Aside from bishops, who else holds priesthood keys? Mission presidents, stake presidents, and quorum presidents to name a few. Their keys give them responsibility over things like worthiness interviews, record-keeping, and conducting church meetings. Leaders who hold keys give members the right to act in their callings when they're set apart

What Doctrine and Covenants section is known as "the Law" of the Church?

Section 42

What year did Joseph Smith obtain the gold plates?

September 22, 1827

Where did the Book of Abraham come from?

Soon after, Joseph learned through revelation that the papyri contained the writings of Abraham, as well as Joseph of Egypt. Joseph Smith and his scribes explained the text as "a translation of some ancient records that have fallen into our hands [on] the writings of Abraham while he was in Egypt." Exactly how the hieroglyphs on the papyrus are connected to Joseph's inspired translation of the writings of Abraham is uncertain.

What were the instruments used in the translation of the Book of Mormon?

Spectacles, intepreters (Urim and Thummim), seer stone, the power of God.

What are the Stewardship Principle, the Brethren Principle, and the Front Door Principle pertaining to personal revelation?

Stewardship Principle: The Stewardship Principle teaches that God will reveal His will to you over the things for which you have clearly defined stewardship, but not for things over which you do not. In a modern BYU context, you can't get a revelation from God commanding your roommate regarding their finances, or telling another person that they must marry you (sorry, not sorry!), or announcing to your bishop whom he should call to be the new Relief Society or Elders Quorum president. Brethren Principle: No revelation will be given "unto any of this church" that is "contrary to the church covenants" You will never receive direction from the Spirit to act in rebellion of the united voice of the First Presidency. Front-Door Principle: The Front-Door Principle is that official doctrine, policies, and direction for the Church will only come through established, authorized, and known channels. There are no secret priesthood ordinations, no clandestine leaders, and no special appointments that can be given to you or others outside of the regular order of the Church. That order is to receive a call from those already in positions of authority, be publicly presented before the body of the Church, and be sustained. In this manner, the Church and its members know who has authority to lead and perform ordinances in their behalf

What is "doctrine"?

Teachings

How, when, and where was the Church organized?

The Church was organized on April 6, 1830, in Fayette, New York with the restoration of priesthood keys.

What book of scripture is the "foundation" of the Church?

The Doctrine and Covenants.

Why is the translation of the Bible considered as being open-ended?

The answer is, they both are right. It depends upon the context and audience for which the verse is being rendered. In Nauvoo, Joseph Smith himself once quoted the prophecy regarding Elijah in Malachi 4:5-6 (Links to an external site.) and wrote, "I might have rendered a plainer translation to this, but it is sufficiently plain to suit my purpose as it stands" (Doctrine and Covenants 128:18 (Links to an external site.)). This may be the single best summary of the never-ending possibilities of translation. Brigham Young explained it this way: "If the prophet should translate the bible forty thousand times over . . . yet it should be different in some places every time, because when God speake, he always speaks according to the capacity of the people."9

What occurred in the "chamber of father Whitmer," and what is its relationship to the office of Elder?

The apostles conferred upon them the priesthood keys necessary to direct the kingdom of God on the earth. They also ordained them as apostles, special witnesses of Jesus Christ. Now we often talk about just these two Heavenly visitations to describe the restoration of the priesthood, but actually priesthood restoration was a gradual process that developed over time through many events.

What are four foundational Church events listed in D&C 20?

The creation, fall, atonement, and baptism.

What is the City of Zion, or the New Jerusalem?

The word Zion has various meanings in the scriptures. The most general definition of the word is "the pure in heart" (Doctrine and Covenants 97:21). Zion is often used in this way to refer to the Lord's people or to the Church and its stakes (see Doctrine and Covenants 82:14). It has also been used to refer to specific geographical locations. The word Zion appears repeatedly in all the books of scripture of the Church. In latter-day revelation, Zion is defined as "the pure in heart" (Doctrine and Covenants 97:21).

What were the original "Doctrine" and "Covenants" parts that created the book's title?

Theology on the Doctrine of the Church, which included Lectures on Faith, and Covenants and Commandments of the Lord.

What priesthood and keys did John the Baptist restore?

They were visited by John the Baptist, who conferred upon them the Aaronic Priesthood, which hold the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.

What are some of the academic challenges and responses to the Book of Abraham?

This collection of fragments, which is actually only a part of the original papyri rolls, came to be known as the Joseph Smith Papyri. They contain the drawing we know as Facsimile 1 in the Book of Abraham. So some have assumed that the text found adjacent to that drawing is the source for the Book of Abraham. That doesn't appear to be the case. Both LDS and non-LDS Egyptologists who have studied those hieroglyphs have concluded that they have no relationship to Joseph's explanations for Facsimile 1 or the text of the Book of Abraham.

What is the Great Apostasy?

This period of time without priesthood authority and wherein the fulness of the gospel were corrupted is known as the Great Apostasy.

What type of documents are in the Doctrine and Covenants?

Well, in Kirtland, Joseph had organized what he called a School of the Elders to train church leaders in doctrine and religious instruction. For this school, church leaders, such as Sidney Rigdon, had prepared seven lectures on faith. The Church had decided to publish these lectures and a few other documents together with Joseph's revelations. So they organized this book in two parts. They called part one "Theology on the Doctrine of the Church." This included the "Lectures on Faith." They called part two "Covenants and Commandments of the Lord," which included Joseph's revelations. Together, these two parts became one book: The Doctrine and Covenants. This new book included new revelations Joseph had received since the attempt to print the Book of Commandments. It also contained two church statements: one on marriage and a second on government that we know today as section 134.

What are at least four unique, yet foundational, LDS teachings found in the Book of Mormon?

Worship of Christ directly through faith, repentance, baptism, the Holy Ghost, and grace, from the very beginning of time (since Adam) and through Old Testament times. " Some natives of the Book of Mormon, or "remnants," descend from Israel. They are a chosen people who will fulfill the work of God in the last days in building the New Jerusalem, with the Gentiles assisting them (see 3 Nephi 21 "It overturns history," says scholar Richard Bushman. A great, revelatory latter-day work will commence in the last days, including the building of Zion, or the New Jerusalem, by the "remnant" of the seed of Joseph on this continent. Christ speaks to many nations, many of whom have recorded it. The canon of scripture is wide open (2 Nephi 29:12 (Links to an external site.)) with the Lord "manifesting himself unto all nations," as the title page of the Book of Mormon explains.

What are the celestial principles of consecration?

You may think of the law of consecration as being somewhat like consecrated oil. It is dedicated and set apart for God's holy use, and then called upon and used as circumstances arise. Similarly, when Latter-day Saints dedicate their time, talents, and means to God for His holy use, they freely offer themselves when called upon as God directs through His Spirit and by His servants.