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Human Sacrifice + 4 More Evidences of the Ancient Authenticity of the Pearl of Great Price

The Book of Abraham is believed by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to be “an inspired translation of the writings of Abraham. Joseph Smith began the translation in 1835 after obtaining some Egyptian papyri. The translation was published serially in the Times and Seasons beginning March 1, 1842, at Nauvoo, Illinois” (Pearl of Great Price Introduction).

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Youth ‘Real Questions’ video: How do I stand up against racism but also be a peacemaker?

As a part of Deseret Book’s youth edition of “Real Questions,” teen Natalie Jones asks for guidance on a timely topic that is applicable to all ages.

Latter-day Saint Life

Sister Eubank Shares How Men and Women "Draw Priesthood Power into Their Lives"

By LDS Living Staff

"In the Church, we rightly talk a lot about the priesthood, or God’s power on the earth. From conversations I’ve had with women and men over the years, there are some things we get wrong when it comes to understanding God’s power and who has access to it," Sister Sharon Eubank, first counselor in the general Relief Society presidency, recently shared on Facebook. "All men and women who make covenants and keep them have the ability to draw priesthood power into their lives. The real question isn’t 'Do you have the priesthood?' but 'What are you doing with the priesthood power you have?' The essential nature of priesthood power is to bless and improve the lives of others."

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Latter-day Saint Life

5 Gifts We Are Given When We Receive Our Temple Endowment + What to Expect

By LDS Living

In his April 2019 general conference talk, Elder David A. Bednar quoted President Ezra Taft Benson regarding the sacredness of the temple:

Dan Peterson: Do Names in the Book of Mormon Bear Witness of Its Truthfulness?

By Daniel Peterson

His enemies liked to refer to Joseph Smith as “Joe.” Some still do. But he seems to have preferred the fuller and more formal Joseph. Likewise, if his father was ever called Joe by his family or friends, I’m unaware of it. There seems to have been a culture of some formality associated with the Smith family names. If Alvin was ever called “Al,” or Hyrum “Hy,” if William was commonly called “Will” or “Bill” or “Billy” or “Willy,” there’s little sign of it. Was Joseph’s sister Sophronia known as “Sophie”? Was “Katharine” commonly called “Katie” or “Kate” or “Kathy”? Perhaps. But the evidence for that seems to be lacking.

From the Church

Church Announces Closure of Guatemala MTC

By LDS Living

On September 19, Church spokesman Daniel Woodruff released the following statement:

Fun

35 hilarious Primary program fiascos too good not to share

There are few things more hilarious than seeing primary children’s personalities shine through in unexpected ways.

"All In" Podcast: Ann Romney Shares Touching Experience That Summarizes Why She Cares So Much About MS Research

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a unique disease, with its diagnosis accompanied by a wide range of questions different for every person. There is no clear prognosis, as MS affects each person differently. On this week’s episode of All In, host Morgan Jones asked Ann Romney how she has learned to embrace the unexpected, both from her experience with MS and after standing side-by-side with her husband, Mitt, through two presidential campaigns. Although her life may look different than she imagined, through the Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Diseases, Ann has found a mission to fulfill.

From the Church

Church Announces Mutual Theme for 2020

By LDS Living

In 2020, Latter-day Saint youth around the world will be studying 1 Nephi 3:7: