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The Doctrine and Covenants tells of a fourth and final form of calamity, one that will destroy humankind’s confidence and peace, leading to distress, disquiet, and profound hopelessness and despair.
- Revealing Parables: A Call to Action within the Doctrine and ...
While his presentation of parables in the Doctrine and...
- Revealing Parables: A Call to Action within the Doctrine and ...
17 Wherefore, I the Lord, knowing the calamity which should come upon the inhabitants of the earth, called upon my servant Joseph Smith, Jun., and spake unto him from heaven, and gave him commandments;
Verses 1-8 of the revelation addresses the question that had been weighing on the hearts and minds of the Saints, and especially of the Prophet: “Why [hath] God . . . suffered so great calamity to come upon Zion?” 1 The Lord provides two clear answers for this calamity. First, “they [the Saints in Missouri] have been afflicted, in ...
These brethren asked the Lord about five matters in particular: (1) whether the various communities of Saints should gather in one place or remain separate for the time being, (2) what the Lord’s law was for governing and regulating the Church, (3) how they should care for the families of those called to serve as missionaries, (4) how the Saints...
The Doctrine and Covenants is a book of scripture containing revelations from the Lord to the Prophet Joseph Smith and to a few other latter-day prophets. It is unique in scripture because it is not a translation of ancient documents.
While his presentation of parables in the Doctrine and Covenants differs markedly—at times he references them briefly, and at times he offers an extended explanation—each instance reveals the Lord using parables to expand the Saints’ understanding and to call them to action.
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In the closing words of the revelation, the Lord underlines one of the important themes of the Doctrine and Covenants. His servants, though imperfect men and women, are given the authority to act on His behalf and to carry His message to the nations.
