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...s. [[Lorenzo Snow]], one of the contemporaries of Joseph Smith and later a modern president and prophet of [[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints] ...ances and ensures they are done correctly. Mormons are famous for temples. Temples differ from chapels just as Solomon’s Temple was different from a synagog

===The Priesthood Keys Are Restored in Modern Days=== ...ph Smith]]—who became the first prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ in modern days. President Nelson said:

Because of revelation to modern prophets and the gift of recently revealed ancient scripture, members of [h ...fering does not go on forever. It is "endless" suffering, however. Through modern revelation, we have learned what this means:

...n God is a spirit, and Christ and the Holy Ghost are aspects of that God. Modern revelation, and revealed scripture clarify and uphold the Bible when it ide ...in families. Through righteous living and eternal covenants made in holy temples, families can be eternal units, and marriage can last eternally. The conce

...s of spiritual death. Since infant baptism is not a widespread error among modern saints, there may be less of a need to clarify this doctrinal detail. ...tory or the supernatural realm, they may have understood more clearly than modern society does that something wasn't right with the human condition, and that

...or_Ancient_Research_and_Mormon_Studies Foundation for Ancient Research and Modern Studies] in BYU’s Organizational History Project.</ref> In 2010, the orga ...or_Ancient_Research_and_Mormon_Studies Foundation for Ancient Research and Modern Studies] in BYU’s Organizational History Project.</ref>

...the Holocaust. Such material would never be presented against the Jews in modern America. If it were, there would be an instant hue and cry of anti-Semitism ...has given aid and comfort to the mob of ignorant folk who know nothing of modern Mormonism outside of their prejudices.

...y Saint missionaries grew from 6,000 to 40,000 and the number of [[Temples|temples]] increased from eight, only one of which was outside the United States, to ...America, Africa, and the South Pacific, dedicating two [http://www.lds.org/temples/home/0,11273,1896-1,00.html temple sites] in Europe and announcing a new te

...at take place, under the [[Savior]]’s direction and by His authority, in temples of [http://comeuntochrist.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sain ...directed as they carve out their mortal course back to our Heavenly Home. Temples, as sacred precincts, are central, key even, to the eternal purposes of God

...s. In modern times, it is most often given at the dedication of new church temples and solemn assemblies. Former church president [[Gordon B. Hinckley]] descr ..., a revelation for [[Martin Harris]] given through [[Joseph Smith]], first modern prophet of [http://comeuntochrist.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-

===Modern Prophets Speak=== ...venants and ordinances; refuge is found in holy places (homes, stakes, and temples of Zion) where the Spirit of the Lord can guide and direct the affairs of

...ent documents. The [[Doctrine and Covenants]], however, is a collection of modern prophecy. ...citizens. Former president [[Gordon B. Hinckley]] not only prophesied that temples would dot the earth (as of April 2020 there are over 209 operating, announc

...faithful, who are [[Celestial marriage|married and sealed]] in a [[Mormon Temples|holy temple]], and who keep the covenants or promises that they make there, ===Quotes from Modern Prophets===

...ration women have been accorded their full religious franchise, and in the temples of the restored Gospel a man may not partake of the highest ordinances with ==Modern Prophets Speak About Women==

[[Modern Prophecy]]&nbsp;· [[Inside Mormon temples|Temples]]&nbsp;·

...of Jesus Christ come from the [[Doctrine and Covenants]], a collection of modern revelations; and the [[Pearl of Great Price]], containing writings of Moses ===[[Mormon Temples|Temples]]===

...explain possible modern warfare seen in vision without any experience with modern machinery. Sometimes a prophet sees something in vision or receives informa ...owing him what would happen if the practice were not abandoned. The Church temples would be closed, and the male members of the Church would be unable to prov

The Lubbock Texas Temple joins seven other temples in Texas in serving the 385,000 members of the Church of Jesus Christ who l ...ing. After viewing the many pictures of Christ and learning the purpose of temples many of them left saying, "I know now that what I’ve been taught about th

...am, Enoch, and Moses, and the [[Doctrine and Covenants]], a compilation of modern revelations. * Belief in modern-day revelation through [[Mormon prophet|prophet]]s, beginning with [[Joseph

...ce its founding, has always had prophets to lead it. Modern revelation and modern scripture go hand-in-hand. The [[Doctrine and Covenants]] is a compilation ...out hearing the gospel. These ordinances are performed in [[Mormon temples|temples]], and are only binding for people who desire to accept these ordinances as

...families is taught repeatedly in the scriptures. It has been reaffirmed by modern prophets and apostles. Despite the truths taught about the sanctity of marr ...150px|left|alt=Mormon Apostle Dallin H Oaks|Mormon Apostle Dallin H Oaks]]:Modern prophets have warned that looking upon marriage “as a mere contract that

...lead the Church of Jesus Christ through revelation from Jesus Christ. The modern church has the same organization of Christ's ancient church with apostles, ...mon Genealogy|family history work]] and perform saving ordinances in their temples for their dead ancestors. The deceased, who reside in the [[Spirit World]]

...e Savior returns and reveals all things to the righteous. However, through modern revelation, more is known than ever before. The religious history of the ea ...of Jesus Christ]. Other translations of lost scripture, and collections of modern revelations were added to the open canon of [http://comeuntochrist.org The

...h as ''Photo Life,'' ''Photo Electronic Imaging,'' ''PhotoGraphic,'' and ''Modern Photography.'' His work has also appeared in scholarly journals such as ''B Brinkerhoff traveled to 45 countries to document ancient and modern temples for his Sacred Places project. “This research highlights not only sacred

...sbon Portugal Temple sits in the northeastern section of the city near the modern parish of Parque das Nações (Nations' Park). Once a nondescript industria ...ny Solancis. The temple reflects the architecture of the late Art Deco and Modern periods.

...and furnishings as well as learning about the purpose of Latter-day Saint temples. The temple features a classic modern single spire design constructed with Imperial Danby white marble quarried i

...ef in families that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints builds temples. The temple features art glass windows and white marble exterior. The classic modern design features a lone spire topped with a gold statue of the [[Angel Moron

...in these three temples. The [[First Presidency]] decided to build two new temples, one at each end of the Wasatch Front, in Ogden and Provo. At its dedicatio The original Ogden Temple was different from the previous temples built by the Church in several ways. The design was extremely contemporary.

...|Mount Timpanogos]], and [[Saratoga Springs Utah Temple|Saratoga Springs]] temples. The [[Lindon Utah Temple|Lindon, Utah]], north of Orem, is under construct ...onfigured layout from the previous building.[https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2024/2/20/24074055/provo-utah-temple-renamed-closing-for-reconstruction] In

..., and [[Deseret Peak Utah Temple|Tooele (the Deseret Peak temple)]]. Other temples — in [[Lehi Utah Temple|Lehi]], [[Lindon Utah Temple|Lindon]], [[Smithfie ...erved as a homecoming for Elder Duncan. The [https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2021-06-12/groundbreaking-syracuse-utah-temple-churchs-38th-under-construct

...retrieved via [https://ldschurchtemples.org/rome/construction/ LDS Church Temples]. ...isit often and receive the most sacred ordinances of our faith. Before our temples are dedicated for their sacred purpose, the public is invited to see the be

During the two-week [[Inside Mormon temples|open house]], about 40,000 people attended. Among the attendees were busine The Monterrey Mexico Temple has a classic modern design with a single spire. The exterior is finished with white granite. It

...dedicatory prayer. The temple site is 2 acres. The design of the temple is modern with a single spire. The original temple was 14,560 square feet, but after ...n September 4, 2005. The Apia Samoa Temple is one of the more heavily used temples of the Church of Jesus Christ and serves 56,000 members in 16 stakes from A

...Temple|Belo Horizonte]]. Eight more have been announced for a total of 20 temples in Brazil. ...colored glass. They are strategically positioned to reflect the temple’s modern columns for approaching guests.

...the time, the prophecy was far from being fulfilled; there were only four temples in operation, and all of them were in Utah. Obtaining the site where [[Davi ...our ordinance rooms, and seven sealing rooms. The design of the temple is modern, with a single spire. The exterior is finished with reinforced concrete, co

...Angel Moroni|angel Moroni]] statue holding the gold plates. The other four temples which feature an angel Moroni statue holding the gold plates are the [[Wash Unlike many of the temples, which are built mostly with [[tithing]] funds, the Jordan River Temple sit

...which lies below sea level, is built of polished granite and is of classic modern design. * [[Inside Mormon temples|Inside Mormon Temples]]

The Cochabama Bolivia Temple is of classic modern design reflecting the Bolivian culture. The exterior is finished with a ble * [[Inside Mormon temples|Inside Mormon Temples]]

...ianity, as an area that Celts, Romans, Saxons, and Danes once occupied, to modern history, since the estate of Sir Winston Churchill's property adjoins the g * [[Inside Mormon temples|Inside Mormon Temples]]

...y; where they are strengthened spiritually as individuals and as families. Temples are sanctuaries from the storms of life." ...rg/gilbert-arizona-temple/ construction of the temple] was provided on the Temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints website for the Gilbert

...le is under construction in [[Burley Idaho Temple|Burley]]. Two additional temples have been announced for [[Montpelier Idaho Temple|Montpelier]] and a second ...ed, "This temple combines classical architectural elements as well as more modern art deco designs and draws upon colors native to the beautiful state of Ida

...rs going west, once a point of departure, has now become a destination for modern Latter-day Saint pioneers as they come to the house of the Lord,” [1] sai * [[Inside Mormon temples|Inside Mormon Temples]]

...7-19 November 1964. President David O. McKay gave the [https://www.lds.org/temples/details/oakland-california-temple/prayer/1964-11-17 dedicatory prayer]. The design of the temple is modern with five spires (the only temple with five spires) and Oriental influence,

...nd received updated lighting, heat, air conditioning, elevators, and other modern conveniences. ...Ours is a sacred responsibility to care for them. Therefore, these pioneer temples will soon undergo a period of renewal and refreshing and, for some, a major

...ublic was invited to come and learn about the purposes of Latter-day Saint temples and to tour the temple interior. The [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/details/johannesburg-south-africa-temple?lang=eng Johannesburg South Africa

...the construction of the '''Concepción Chile Temple''' in Quinta Junge—a modern residential development in a beautiful forested area on the Biobío River. ...ese-5-topics-48329 Concepción Chile Temple youth devotional], noting that temples stand as a "symbol of our faith." The devotional was broadcast to the 28,00

...April 2008 by President [[Thomas S. Monson]]. It was one of the first two temples announced by President Monson since he was ordained President of [http://co ...place on 14 February 2009, with Elder [[Neil L. Andersen]] presiding. Two temples previously were in active use in Arizona, the [[Mesa Arizona Temple]], and

...story of temples in antiquity, drawing parallels to temples constructed in modern times. [http://www.ldschurchtemples.com/fortcollins/ He stated], "In the de ...tion providing [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejf9a70qgl8 an overview of temples and why they are significant] to members of the Church. Following the video

...l church festival and as the traditional day of our Savior's mortal birth. Modern scripture ([http://scriptures.lds.org/dc/20/1#1 Doctrine and Covenants 20:1 ==Christmas at Latter-day Saint Temples==

...emple to be constructed in the nation of Argentina. Other Latter-day Saint temples in the country include the [[Salta Argentina Temple]] (construction began i ...ding of approximately 21,000 square feet. The classically proportioned yet modern single-spire design was chosen to complement the city of Mendoza. An adjace

...icult on rural roads with severe winter conditions. Two additional Wyoming temples have been announced: the [[Casper Wyoming Temple]] (scheduled for dedicatio ...ric photographs, tools used in construction, and a video of historical and modern views of the tabernacle. The celebration ended with the unveiling of artifa

...if all live righteously and perform eternal ordinances in [[Mormon temples|temples]]. Being "sealed" together in family units for eternity, and continuing in ...ises made to their fathers, Foreshadowing the great work to be done in the temples of the Lord in the dispensation of the fulness of times, for the redemption

...have served in the military and to the “culture of service” shared by modern-day Latter-day Saints. The celebration ended as missionaries from the Phoen * [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/details/phoenix-arizona-temple?lang=eng Official Phoenix Arizona Temple pag

...d Temple in March of 1836 represented the greatest spiritual outpouring in modern Church history. [[Joseph Smith, Jr.|Joseph]] wrote that, shortly after the The temple was not used as [[Inside Mormon temples|Latter-day Saint temples]] are used today. The Kirtland Temple was used for numerous Church purposes

...-through-the-ancient-tabernacle?lang=eng] For Latter-day Saints, [[Temples|temples]] are more in line with the biblical purpose of a tabernacle. ...e Latter-day Saints meet weekly for Sunday services. They also differ from temples, which are sacred buildings reserved for faithful Latter-day Saints to wors

...r of the Church as manifested in the healing of the sick. We see it in the temples of the Lord; we see it in the sick rooms; we see it manifested in presidenc '''MODERN PROPHETS SPEAK'''

.... The higher covenants and ordinances of [[Mormon Temples|Latter-day Saint temples]] are for those who desire to enter God's full presence in the highest king

...priesthood]]<ref>see Doctrine and Covenants 84:33–44</ref>, the [[Mormon Temples|temple]] [[Temple endowment|endowment]], and the [[Celestial marriage|marri ...ortant for a variety of reasons, neither the [[Scriptures|scriptures]] nor modern day [[Mormon prophet|prophets]] have listed them as covenants necessary for

...titles include ''Temples to Dot the Earth'', ''Doctrine and Covenants: Our Modern Scripture'', and ''The Church in the Twentieth Century''. He co-wrote ''Und

...aintaining [https://mormonbeliefs.org/temples-and-prophets/mormon_temples/ temples], meetinghouses, and other Church property. Latter-day Saint donations are ...full tithe-payers to attend the Temple, that means they must pay to enter temples. This claim misrepresents the paying of tithes. In the temple, Latter-day S

...xceeds 23,000 in more than 40 congregations.[https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2023/8/28/23848127/bangkok-thailand-temple-interior-exterior-photos-elder-g ...the Saints of Thailand will not be passive. [https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2019-01-28/bangkok-thailand-temple-groundbreaking-brings-joy-hope-to-latter

...is 2018 global ministry tour. He said: "Our plans were to announce six new temples at conference time. The Lord told me on the eve of conference: 'Announce a ...military support facilities, telecommunications, teaching and training in modern industry and government, etc." [http://www.ldsmag.com/churchupdate/100423ro

...lippines. The second is the [[Cebu Philippines Temple]]. Other cities with temples currently operating, under construction, or announced are Alabang, Bacolod, ...e base of the font being painted fiberglass.[https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2024/03/11/urdaneta-philipines-temple-interior-exterior-images/]

...nt Hinckley leaves behind a monument of faith, a legacy of [[Mormon temple|temples]] dotting the globe, a trail of hope and encouragement for the world. But There is no reservation in sustaining whom the Lord appoints as his modern mouthpiece, knowing that the leader so called has been [[Foreordination|for

*[http://www.mormontemples.com Mormon Temples] *[http://www.modernprophets.com Modern Prophets]

The principle was renewed in modern times with the restoration of the Primitive Church of Christ in preparation Tithing is used to build buildings (meetinghouses, temples, sacred sites, other facilities) for the church, which includes the growth

...tian faith, and this, because revelation to [http://www.modernprophets.com modern prophets] has given us more information to add to that of the [http://www.m Ordinances for the dead are performed in [http://www.mormontemples.com temples of the Church of Jesus Christ], because spirits cannot perform these ordina

Modern revelation supports these ideas: *[https://mormonbeliefs.org/temples-and-prophets/mormon_temples/ Mormon temples]

...spirit’s ordinances must be performed vicariously by the living in holy temples. The scriptures as well as the prophets teach that each person who has ever ...kiel, Elijah, prophets we know from the Book of Mormon, and some from the [modern] days, including [past presidents of the Church of Jesus Christ] [[Joseph S

...tuated beyond the grave. Sacred ordinances and covenants available in holy temples make it possible for individuals to return to the presence of God and for f ...dividuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets.

*In accordance with the organization of the New Testament church, the modern Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is led by "apostles, prophets, ...e that, when sealed by the proper authority in one of the [[Mormon temple |temples]], marriages and family relationships can be eternal.

In this, the modern Church of Christ, the priesthood is structured in several different stages ...Holy Ghost]], yet other special ordinances or rituals performed in Mormon temples such as [[Celestial marriage|marriage]] for eternity, the collection of don

...Doctrine and Covenants]]—a book of scripture containing revelations from modern prophets and apostles—says this of Joseph Smith’s translation of the Bo ...did not end there. Through His prophets, God has commanded the building of temples. Within the holy walls of the temple, members of The Church of Jesus Christ

...grave. Sacred [[ordinances]] and [[covenants]] available in [[Temple|holy temples]] make it possible for individuals to return to the presence of God and for ...dividuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern [[prophets]].

...ldren who die before the age of accountability. The [[Book of Mormon]] and modern revelation specifically forbid the practice of infant baptism. (See [http:/ ...ve in the ordinance of [[Baptism for the Dead]]. This work is done only in temples, and is performed by someone acting in behalf (proxy) of someone who has di

...Saints]. He is remembered for stressing the importance of [[Inside Mormon temples|temple work]] and attending the [[Mormon temple|temple]] regularly. ...e responsibility of education from the family to public institutions where modern thought has become paramount and moral principles have become abandoned. Th

...peoples as occurring over the vast reaches of North and South America, but modern Latter-day Saint scholars have favored a very small locale, about the size ...Mesoamerica" ([[Hugh Nibley]], ''The Prophetic Book of Mormon'', "Ancient Temples: What Do They Signify?", page 272).

...egon University in Monmouth, Oregon, for thirty years. He was president of Modern Music Methods, a publisher of string music for children. ...99 to 2000. They also served as ordinance workers in four Latter-day Saint temples.

..., there are several buildings that provide many interesting historical and modern-day wonders. The oldest building there is the [http://www.templesquare.com/ ...temple is expected to reopen in 2025 with a [https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2019-04-19/salt-lake-temple-mormon-lds-renovation-president-nelson-49623 pu

...es]]. There were 11 [[mission | missions]]. As of April 2020, there are 24 temples operating, under construction, or announced.[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ :Counter to modern conventional wisdom, Utah Republican Gov. [[Spencer Cox]] said his goals fo