Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles invited Brigham Young University students to both literally and figuratively shout “Hurrah for Israel!” as he addressed a packed Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 27.
In his remarks during the late morning devotional on the campus in Provo, Utah, Elder Rasband noted coming opportunities to celebrate the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in the latter days—including the open house for the restored Salt Lake Temple—and invited listeners to herald that great work.
“Our charge is to share the truths of the gospel with all,” he declared.
The impetus for Elder Rasband’s remarks—titled, “Hurrah for Israel”—came from the experience of Elders Brigham Young and Heber C. Kimball, who departed for a mission to Great Britain in 1839, though both men and their families were seriously ill. The two men were members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles at the time.
As their wagon started to pull down the road, Heber Kimball turned to Brigham Young and said, “Let’s rise up and give them a cheer.”
Despite their weakness, the men rose up and, waving their hats above their heads, shouted, “Hurrah! Hurrah! Hurrah for Israel!” Elder Rasband related.
The Marriott Center then vibrated as Elder Rasband invited some 12,000 in attendance to stand and shout three times, “Hurrah for Israel.”
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