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Revelations in Context
The Stories Behind the Sections of the Doctrine and Covenants
Book • 2016
This book offers meticulously researched background stories for the sections of the Doctrine and Covenants.
It includes essays written from the perspectives of individuals whose lives were affected by these revelations, providing insight into the questions that prompted the revelations, the meaning of the Lord's responses, and how the recipients responded.
The book is designed to be approachable, with easy-flowing narrative and extensive endnotes referencing primary sources.
It covers various topics, including temporal and spiritual challenges faced by early Latter-day Saints, and addresses 'hard' topics like treasure seeking, Church finances, and polygamy in a transparent and inspiring manner.
It includes essays written from the perspectives of individuals whose lives were affected by these revelations, providing insight into the questions that prompted the revelations, the meaning of the Lord's responses, and how the recipients responded.
The book is designed to be approachable, with easy-flowing narrative and extensive endnotes referencing primary sources.
It covers various topics, including temporal and spiritual challenges faced by early Latter-day Saints, and addresses 'hard' topics like treasure seeking, Church finances, and polygamy in a transparent and inspiring manner.
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Mentioned by Paul V. Johnson as a resource that provides background information for the Doctrine and Covenants.
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