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055 The Kirtland Endowment: What it Was and Why it Matters

Church History Matters

CHAPTER

Origins of Temple Worship Among Latter-day Saints

The chapter explores the historical background of temple worship among Latter-day Saints, tracing it back to the early excitement of building a new Jerusalem and temples in America. It discusses controversies and early missions related to establishing Zion and the unique nature of temples without animal sacrifices. The narrative delves into the Kirtland Endowment, the restoration of the Melchizedek Priesthood, and the significant events leading up to the establishment of temples in Kirtland and Missouri.

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