Russell M. Nelson comments on temple rites being of ancient origin.

Date
Oct 2018
Type
Speech / Court Transcript
Source
Russell M. Nelson
LDS
Hearsay
Direct
Reference

Russell M. Nelson, "Becoming exemplary Latter-day Saints," Conference Report, October 2018, accessed October 26, 2021

Scribe/Publisher
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
People
Russell M. Nelson
Audience
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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Transcription

Consider the great mercy and fairness of God, who, before the foundation of the world, provided a way to give temple blessings to those who died without a knowledge of the gospel. These sacred temple rites are ancient. To me that antiquity is thrilling and another evidence of their authenticity.

BHR Staff Commentary

The footnote attached to this comment by President Nelson refers to Exodus 28; 29; Leviticus 8.

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