DOCTRINE AND COVENANTS
A QUICK OVERVIEW
Robert Hyatt
1996
#1 The Lords preface to the Book of Doctrine & Covenants
Nov. 1, 1831 - Hiram, Ohio
The Lords warning to the Saints & the world at large
Priesthood authority-truthfulness of the B of M
#2 The coming of Elijah the Prophet
Sep 21, 1823 - Manchester, NY
The Angel Moroni tells Joseph about the coming of Elijah
#3 The Lost Manuscript
July 1828 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord tells Joseph to repent-He should not have given the
116 pages of manuscript to Martin Harris who lost them
#4 The call to labor - Joseph Smith Sr.
Feb. 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
Joseph Smith Sr. is told the qualifications for missionary
work
#5 The Three Witnesses
Mar 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord tells Joseph that three men will be able to view
the plates and that Martin Harris is one of the Men
#6 A Witness From God
Apr. 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
Oliver Cowdery is praised and given permission to help
Joseph as scribe
#7 Parchment of John
Apr. 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
John the revelator's own account - The Lord granted His wish
to stay on the Earth until the Lords second coming
#8 The Spirit Of Revelation
Apr. 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord gives the spirit of translation - Oliver Cowdery is
granted permission to translate
#9 The Process Of Revelation
Apr. 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
Oliver is told why he could not translate
#10 Do Not Re-Translate - Reality of Satan
Summer 1828 - Harmony, Penn.
Joseph was told not to re-translate the lost 116 pages
#11 The Call To Labor - Hyrum Smith
May 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
Hyrum is told not to preach until he is baptized - He is told
to study the gospel more before proclaiming it to the World
#12 The Call To Labor - Joseph Knight Sr.
May 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord gives Joseph Knight Sr. the qualifications for good
missionary work
#13 Restoration Of The Aaronic Priesthood
May 15, 1829 - Harmony, Penn.
Words of John the Baptist to Joseph & Oliver as they receive
the Aaronic Priesthood
#14 The Call To Labor - David Whitmer
Jun. 1829 - Fayette, NY
Purpose and blessings of his missionary call
#15 The Call To Labor - John Whitmer
Jun. 1829 - Fayette, NY
Purpose and blessings of his missionary call
#16 The Call To Labor - Peter Whitmer Jr.
Jun. 1829 - Fayette, NY
Purpose and blessings of his missionary call
#17 The Three Witnesses of The Book Of Mormon
Jun. 1829 - Fayette, NY
Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, and Martin Harris are granted
their wish. The Lord tells Joseph that they will be able to
view the plates as well as other sacred relics (Breastplate,
sword of Laban, and the Urim and Thummim)
#18 The Worth Of Souls, The Name of Jesus Christ, & the 12 Apostles
Jun. 1829 - Fayette, NY
The value of souls is emphasized - 12 Apostles are to be
called - Oliver Cowdery & David Whitmer are commissioned to
search out the twelve
#19 Eternal And Endless Punishment, & The Atonement of Jesus Christ
Mar 1830 - Manchester, NY
Jesus Christ explains the meaning of eternal punishment and
the Atonement
#20 Church Organization and Government - Baptism & The Sacrament
April 6, 1830 - Fayette, NY
The Lord reveals the day that the church should be organized -
He also explains the method of baptism and the sacrament -
The Lord also defines the duties of various priesthood
offices in the church
#21 The Calling of a Prophet
April 6, 1830 - Fayette, NY
After the organization of the church and the selection of
presiding officers, The Lord expresses His acceptance
#22 Baptism Is Not Enough To Enter Heaven
Apr. 1830 - Manchester, NY
One must have good works as well as baptism to enter Heaven
#23 Specific Duties of Oliver Cowdery, Hyrum Smith, Samuel Smith,
Joseph Smith Sr., and Joseph Knight Sr.
Apr. 1830 - Manchester, NY
#24 Magnify Thine Office - Joseph Smith Jr.
July 1830 - Harmony, Penn.
Joseph Smith is told to be patient in his afflictions and to
magnify his office and calling as a prophet
#25 The Elect Lady - Hymns
July 1830 - Harmony, Penn.
Emma Smith is called as the elect lady in the church and
asked to compile a hymnal - admonished to continue to help
her husband in his divine calling
#26 The Law of Common Consent
July 1830 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord commands that all things in the church be done by
common consent
#27 The Sacrament - Whole Armor of God
Aug. 1830 - Harmony, Penn.
The Lord gives the spirit of the Sacrament - Tells us to put
on the whole armor of God as we fight against the evils of
this World
#28 Revelation For The Church - Only One At The Head
Sep. 1830 - Fayette, NY
The Lord tells the Church that only one person (The Prophet)
is to receive revelation for the Church as a whole
#29 The Gathering Of Mine Elect, Spiritual Creations, & The Fall
Sep. 1830 - Fayette, NY
The gathering of the elect specified - Calamities will come
because of the wickedness of the world - The distinction
between spiritual & temporal creations explained - Infants
that die in infancy are granted redemption
#30 Obedience - Whitmer Brothers
Sep. 1830 - Fayette, NY
The three Whitmer brothers are given instructions by the
Lord - Oliver Cowdery told to preach to the Lamanites
#31 Obedience - Thomas B. Marsh
Sep. 1830 - Fayette, NY
Thomas B. Marsh is commended for obedience and faithfulness -
he is promised the guidance of the Holy Ghost
#32 Lamanite Mission
Oct. 1830 - Fayette, NY
The Lord calls (Parley Pratt, Oliver Cowdery, Peter Whitmer,
and Ziba Peterson) as missionaries to the Lamanites
#33 Why The Restoration
Oct. 1830 - Fayette, NY
Dedicated missionaries needed to proclaim the gospel
#34 Orson Pratt - Second Coming
Nov. 4, 1830 - Fayette, NY
Orson Pratt is called to serve - Second Coming is foretold
#35 Sidney Rigdon
Dec. 1830 - Fayette, NY
Sidney Rigdon is blessed for his righteousness and called to
do great things in the Church
#36 Edward Partridge
Dec. 1830 - Fayette, NY
Edward Partridge is called to teach the gospel
#37 Move To Ohio
Dec. 1830 - Fayette, NY
Church is commanded to assemble in Ohio
#38 The Great I Am
Jan. 2, 1831 - Fayette, NY
The Lord proclaims himself as the Creator
#39 James Covill
Jan. 5, 1831 - Fayette, NY
James Covill is blessed by the Lord
#40 James Covill - cares of the World
Jan. 1831 - Fayette, NY
James Covill cares more for the world than the gospel
#41 Edward Partridge - Presiding Bishop
Feb. 4, 1831 - Kirtland, Ohio
Edward Partridge is called as presiding bishop
#42 The Law of the Lord to His Church
Feb. 9, 1831 - Kirtland, Ohio
Elders are commanded to go two by two - Members are asked to
give their all to the building up of the kingdom
#43 The Law of Receiving Revelation for the Church
Feb. 1831 - Kirtland, Ohio
Only the prophet is to receive revelation for the whole
Church - Some duties of various members given
#44 A Missionary Conference
Feb. 1831 - Kirtland, Ohio
The elders of the Church are summoned to gather together and
receive instruction
#45 The Second Coming
Mar. 7, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Many signs preceding the Second Coming are given
#46 Sacrament Meetings - Gifts of the Spirit
Mar 8, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Instructions concerning sacrament meeting - Gifts of the
spirit are given
#47 John Whitmer - Church Historian
Mar 8, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
John Whitmer is called as church historian
#48 Land For the Gathering in Ohio
Mar 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Saints are asked to save money for future land investments
#49 Shaking Quakers - Sanctity of Marriage
Mar 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Saints are asked to seek out the honest hearted among the
Shaking Quakers - The sanctity of marriage is affirmed
#50 False Spirits - Be Not Deceived
Mar 1831 - Kirtland, OH
The Lord explains how false spirits can be detected
#51 Law of Consecration and Stewardship
May 1831 - Thompson, OH
Some aspects of the law of Consecration and Stewardship are
given
#52 Teach Only What the Prophets Have Revealed
Jun. 7, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
The elders are commanded to go two by two teaching only that
which has been revealed by his anointed
#53 Algernon Sidney Gilbert - Endure to the End
Jun. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Sidney Gilbert called to be an elder and endure to the end
#54 Newel Knight - Instructions from the Lord
Jun. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Newel Knight receives instructions from the Lord - Is told
to go to Missouri
#55 W.W. Phelps and School Books
Jun. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
W.W. Phelps is asked to write school books for the children
#56 The Lord Commands and Revokes
Jun. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
The Lord can revoke His commands as easy as making them
#57 Center Place of Zion - The Promised Land
Jul. 1831 - Jackson Co. Missouri
The Lord reveals to Joseph the promised land where Zion will
be built
#58 Instructions Concerning Zion
Aug. 1, 1831 - Jackson Co. Missouri
Members not to be commanded in all things - Saints instructed
to keep the laws of the land as well as the commandments
#59 Why The Commandments - The Sabbath Day
Aug. 7, 1831 - Jackson Co. Missouri
The Temple site is dedicated - The Saints blessed for their
obedience in gathering to Jackson Co.
#60 Talents
Aug. 8, 1831 - Jackson Co. Missouri
Many Saints hide the talents that the Lord gives them
#61 Waters of the Land - Satan
Aug. 12, 1831 - By the Missouri River
Missionaries are asked not to ride on the waters because
Satan has power over them
#62 Testimonies
Aug. 13, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
The Elders are blessed for baring their testimonies
#63 Sign Seekers - Redemption of Zion
Aug. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Sign seekers are rebuked - Adultery is condemned
#64 Law of Forgiveness - More About Zion
Sep. 11, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Forgiveness is for all who repent and forsake their sins -
Saints warned against debt
#65 Kingdom of God and Kingdom of Heaven
Oct. 1931 - Hiram, OH
Kingdom of God is all ready set up so that the Kingdom of
Heaven may come
#66 William E. M'Lellin
Oct. 25, 1831 - Orange, OH
The Lord instructs William E. M'Lellin to be obedient in all
things. Tells him to spread the gospel with all diligence
#67 The Test of Scripture - The Natural Man
Nov. 1831 - Hiram, OH
The Lord challenges anyone to duplicate any of His
Revelations as revealed to Joseph. No one can see God
unless he is quickened by the spirit
#68 What Is Scripture? Duties of Parents Towards Children
Nov. 1831 - Hiram, OH
Scripture - Utterances of Melchizedek Priesthood holders
moved upon by the Holy Ghost - The Parents duty is that
of teaching children in all righteousness and all the
principles of the Gospel
#69 John Whitmer Travels With Oliver Cowdery
Nov. 1831 - Hiram, OH
The Lord instructs John Whitmer to accompany Oliver Cowdery
on a special mission to deliver money and some commandments
to be published
#70 Stewardships - Temporal and Spiritual Requirements
Nov. 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Everyone is equal under the Law of Consecration.
#71 Translation of Inspired Version Stopped - Preaching of Gospel
Dec. 1, 1831 - Hiram, OH
The Prophet and Sidney Rigdon are asked to stop translating
the inspired version of the Bible and preach the gospel to
members and non-members alike
#72 Stewardships - Second Bishop Appointed
Dec. 4, 1831 - Kirtland, OH
Newel K. Whitney is named as the second bishop of the church
additional duties of a bishop are given
#73 Translation of Inspired Version Continues
Jan. 10, 1832 - Hiram, OH
The Elders of the church continue to preach the gospel
Joseph and elder Rigdon resume the translation of the
inspired version
#74 Marriage Outside The Church Condemned - 1 Corinthians 7:14
Jan. 1832 - Hiram, OH
An explanation of 1 Corinthians 7:14 is given - Members are
to marry within the Church - Law of circumcision is explained
#75 Some Duties of the Missionaries
Jan. 25, 1832 - Amherst, OH
Many elders are given their missionary calls - Elders to
shake the dust off their feet to those who reject the Gospel
#76 The Three Degrees of Glory
Feb. 16, 1832 - Hiram, OH
Qualifications for each of the three degrees of glory given -
Also the state of those who become sons of perdition
#77 Questions & Answers to the Book of Revelation
Mar. 1832 - Hiram, OH
15 Questions and answers are given concerning parts of the
book of Revelation
#78 Special Names - Law of Consecration for the Whole Church
Mar. 1832 - Hiram, OH
Temporary names were given to some leaders of the Church
Their real names were later revealed - Church of the first
born - Law of consecration further explained
#79 Jared Carter - Rely on the Holy Ghost
Mar. 1832 - Hiram, OH
Jared Carter is called to serve in the East Coast - He is
to rely on the Holy Ghost for direction
#80 Missionary Call to Stephen Burnett and Eden Smith
Mar. 1832 - Hiram, OH
These two elders are asked to preach the Gospel to everyone
they meet
#81 Keys of the Kingdom - The First Presidency
Mar. 1832 - Hiram, OH
Frederick G. Williams is given the keys of the kingdom with
his call to serve in the First Presidency
#82 Everyone Is Equal - The Lords Promise
Apr. 26, 1832 - Jackson County, Missouri
All members are equal under Law of Consecration - The Lord
is bound when you do what He says
#83 Law of the Church to Women and Children
Apr. 30 1832 - Independence, Missouri
The Church has responsibilities to the widows and their
children
#84 Temple at Zion - Priesthood
Sep. 22,23 1832 - Kirtland, OH
A special city and temple to be built at Jackson Co. -
The line of Priesthood from Adam to Moses is given -
Missionary work is important
#85 One Mighty and Strong - The Book of Remembrance
Nov. 27, 1832 - Kirtland, OH
Church clerks are to keep accurate records of all things -
Those members not found in the book of remembrance at the
last day shall have no inheritance in the kingdom of God
#86 Wheat and the Tares
Dec. 6, 1832 - Kirtland, OH
Members are not to persecute apostates - The Saints need to
be strengthened first - The Lord will take care of the
apostates after the faithful have been saved
#87 Revelation and Prophecy on War
Dec. 25, 1832 - Kirtland, OH
Revolutionary war predicted - Wars to continue until the
Second Coming
#88 The Olive Leaf - The Light of Christ - The Soul of Man
Dec. 27, 1832 - Kirtland, OH
Definition of the Light of Christ given - The spirit and the
body are the soul of Man - All kingdoms of the universe have
their respective Laws - Signs of the Second Coming are
given - All four general resurrections are explained
#89 The Word of Wisdom
Feb. 27, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Members are admonished to be healthy - Five great promises
are given to those who keep the Word of Wisdom - No alcohol,
tobacco, and hot drinks (coffee) allowed - Fresh fruit,
herbs, vegetables, and grain are good for the body
#90 Keys of the Kingdom - Oracles of God
March 8, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Keys of the priesthood are never to be taken away from the
Earth - Great responsibility to those who receive the words
of the Prophets
#91 The Apocrypha
March 9, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Joseph Smith is asked not to translate the Apocrypha - The
Apocrypha is not scripture and must be discerned by the help
of the Holy Ghost
#92 Frederick G. Williams - The United Order
Mar 15, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Frederick G. Williams is received into the United Order
#93 The Pre-Existence
May 6, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Jesus Christ was Heavenly Father's first spirit child - We
existed also with Jesus as son's and daughters of heavenly
parents in the pre-existence
#94 Church Buildings
May 6, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Instructions concerning the building, dedication, and usage
of Church buildings
#95 Rebuke for not Finishing the Kirtland Temple on Time
Jun. 1, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
The Saints are chastened for not building the Kirtland
Temple as the Lord commanded - Blessings are promised if
they repent and continue the construction of the Temple
#96 The Division of Church Property
Jun. 4, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Newel K. Whitney and John Johnson are received in the United
Order - Their property is accepted and divided into parcels
#97 Zion (Jackson Co. Missouri)
Aug. 2, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Blessings to the Saints concerning the building of Zion -
Saints are blessed if they keep His commandments -
Indignation and calamities promised if they do not
#98 Purpose of Law - The Constitution
Aug 6, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
Saints are asked to support the Constitution of the United
States - Righteous laws make man free
#99 John Murdock's Missionary Call
Aug. 1833 - Kirtland, OH
John Murdock is called to serve in the East Coast and
spread the Gospel
#100 Teaching by Inspiration - Zion
Oct 12, 1833 - Perrysburg, NY
Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon are to preach from their
Heart - The Holy Ghost will manifest the truth to all those
that listen
#101 Jackson Co. - Why Cast Out - The Constitution
Dec. 16, 1833 - Kirtland, OH
The Saints are told why they were casted out of Zion - The
Lord Directed the making of the Constitution
#102 The High Council and Its Courts
Feb. 17, 1834 - Kirtland, OH
The first High Council of the Church is organized -
Instructions concerning Church courts and its decisions
#103 The Redemption of Zion - Persecutions of the Saints
Feb. 24, 1834 - Kirtland, OH
The Saints are told that persecutions will continue. The
Lord will punish the wicked in due time. Instructions to
certain Elders is given.
#104 The Order of The Church Concerning The Poor
Apr. 23, 1834 -
The saints are instructed to take care of the poor. Strict
obedience to the Law of Consecration and Stewardship is given.
#105 Zion's Camp - Redemption of Zion is deferred for a short season
Jun 22, 1834 - Fishing River, Missouri
The Prophet Joseph Smith heads a group of men traveling from
Kirtland with provisions for the Saints. This was known as
Zion's Camp. Were it not for the transgressions of the people,
they might have been redeemed from their enemies.
#106 Warren Cowdery Is Named A High Priest - Importance Of His Calling
Nov 25. 1834 - Kirtland, OH
Warren A. Cowdery is named as a local presiding officer of the
Church. Instructions concerning his calling is given. Members
are instructed to be children of light so that they will be
prepared in the last days. The Second Coming overtaketh the
world as a thief in the night but not members who are prepared.
#107 Priesthood and Church Government
Mar 28, 1835 - Kirtland, OH
Differences between Melchizedek and Aaronic Priesthood - The
right of presidency - Duties of the various quorums of the Church
are given. The duties of the 12 are also given - Church Courts.
#108 Lyman Sherman - Strengthen Your Brethren
Dec 26, 1835 - Kirtland, OH
Lyman Sherman is forgiven his sins and commanded to strengthen
his brethren.
#109 The Dedicatory Prayer of The Kirtland Temple
Mar 27, 1836 - Kirtland, OH
This is the Dedicatory Prayer of the Kirtland Temple given by
Joseph Smith. This prayer was given to him by revelation.
#110 Restoration of The Keys of The Priesthood.
Apr 3, 1836 - Kirtland, OH
After having performed the Sacrament, Joseph and Oliver were
visited by Jesus Christ, Moses, Elias & Elijah. The keys to
previous dispensations were given to Joseph Smith.
#111 Mission to Salem, Massachusetts
Aug 6, 1836 - Salem, Massachusetts
Joseph is instructed to make acquaintances in Salem for there
were many people with money in this city that would help the
Church get out of debt.
#112 Thomas B. Marsh - Instructions to the Twelve
Jul 23, 1837 - Kirtland, OH
Thomas Marsh gives instructions to the Twelve. The Twelve are
given authority to spread the gospel in foreign countries.
The keys of the Priesthood are committed to the First Presidency
and the Twelve.
#113 Isaiah, Chapters 11 & 52
Mar, 1838 -
Answers to various questions on Scripture are given to
the Prophet Joseph Smith.
#114 David W. Patten
Apr 17, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
The Lord gives directions to his servant David W. Patten.
#115 The Name of the Church of Christ - Far West, Missouri Temple
Apr 26, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
The official name of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day
Saints is confirmed by the Lord. Far West is to be a holy
and consecrated place - A Temple is to be built there.
#116 Adam-Ondi-Ahman
May 19, 1838 - Spring Hill, Missouri
The place where Adam is to come again in the Last Days is
given and is known as Adam-Ondi-Ahman.
#117 What is Property Unto the Lord
Jul 8, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
The Saints should not covet land for the Lord shall give it to
whom he pleases for it is His land. Instructions are given
to certain Elders.
#118 Twelve Apostles to Preach in Foreign Lands
Jul 8, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
Vacancies in the Twelve are to be filled. The Twelve are
to preach the gospel in foreign lands.
#119 The Law of Tithing
Jul 8, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
The Law of Tithing is given through Joseph Smith. One tenth
of one's increase is a proper tithing.
#120 Disbursement of Tithing Funds
Jul 18, 1838 - Far West, Missouri
The means by which tithing is to be disbursed is given.
#121 Constitution of the Priesthood
Mar 20, 1839 - Liberty Jail, Missouri
The powers of the Priesthood should be used in righteousness.
Unrighteous use of the Priesthood is condemned. The powers
of the Priesthood are inseparably connected with the powers of
heaven.
#122 Why Must There Be Suffering
Mar, 1839 - Liberty Jail, Missouri
The Suffering of man is necessary for their own growth and
experience. Christ shows us by example. He suffered more than
any mortal.
#123 Anti-Mormon Literature and Works
Mar 1839 - Liberty Jail, Missouri
The suffering of the saints by their persecutors is to be
recorded and published.
#124 Nauvoo Temple - Baptisms For The Dead - The Nauvoo House
Jan 19, 1841 - Nauvoo, Illinois
A Temple is to be built in Nauvoo. Baptisms for the dead will
be performed for the first time. A house for entertainment
is to be built called the Nauvoo House.
#125 The Saints in Iowa
Mar 1841 - Nauvoo, Illinois
Instructions to the Saints in Iowa are given.
#126 Brigham Young
Jul 9, 1841 - Nauvoo, Illinois
The Lord gives Brigham Young special instructions concerning
him and his family.
#127 Records of Baptisms For the Dead
Sep 1, 1842 - Nauvoo, Illinois
Joseph Smith goes into hiding because of the intense persecution
by his enemies. Joseph tells the Saints the necessity for
keeping accurate records of baptisms of the dead.
#128 Baptisms For The Dead - Records Keep on Earth and in Heaven
Sep 6, 1842 - Nauvoo, Illinois
More information is given on baptisms for the dead such as
the necessity for witnesses and recordings of the baptisms.
Records of Temple work are also keep in Heaven. The mission
of Elijah the Prophet.
#129 Three Grand Keys Whereby Messengers May Be Known
Feb 9, 1843 - Nauvoo, Illinois
Joseph tells how spirits may be distinguished. Also tells
what kinds of spirits there are both good and evil.
#130 Christ to Appear As a Man - Prophecy on the Revolutionary War
Apr 2, 1843 - Ramus, Illinois
When the Savior comes again, we shall see that He is a man
like ourselves. The Lord's time scale - The Earth in its
sanctified and immortal state - All Celestial beings to receive
a white stone or in other words a Urim and Thummin. Prophecy
concerning the American Revolution is given. Intelligence
gained in this life goes with you to the next.
#131 Three Degrees in the Celestial Kingdom - Marriage
May 16 & 17, 1843 - Ramus, Illinois
In the Celestial Kingdom there are three degrees of glory.
Conditions of entrance is explained. Spirit matter is defined.
#132 Celestial Marriage
Jul 12, 1843 - Nauvoo, Illinois
The eternal value of the marriage covenant is given. The
importance of proper priesthood authority to perform such
marriages is also given. Marriage performed in LDS Temples
by the correct priesthood authority is binding in this Earth
as well as in Heaven throughout all eternity. Plurality of
wives is acceptable by the Lord only by commandment.
#133 The Appendix
Nov 3, 1831 - Hiram, Ohio
Saints are instructed to gather to Zion. The lost tribes will
be remembered by the Lord. Graves of the righteous saints will be
opened at the time of His Coming. The doom of those who reject
the Lord's message.
#134 Governments and Laws
Aug 17, 1835 - Kirtland, Ohio
Governments are instituted of God for the benefit of man. We
as Saints should adhere to the Laws and Governments of our
respective Countries.
#135 Martyrdom of The Prophet Joseph Smith
Details of the Martyrdom of the Prophet and his brother Hyram
Smith are given.
#136 Migration to the West
Jan 14, 1847 - Near Council Bluffs, Iowa
Brigham Young is given this Revelation concerning the migration
of the saints to the West. Brigham also explains the necessity
of Joseph Smith having sealed his testimony by blood.
#137 Vision of the Celestial Kingdom
Jan 21, 1836 - Kirtland, Ohio
Joseph Smith sees a vision of the beauty of the Celestial Kingdom.
All children under the age of accountability (8) are saved in
the Celestial Kingdom.
#138 Vision of the Redemption of the Dead
Oct 3, 1918 - Salt Lake City, Utah
President Joseph F. Smith relates his vision concerning the
redemption of the dead. Christ visits the spirit world -
Organizes a missionary force to teach the spirits in spirit
prison.