Scripture & History
This Doctrine and Covenants section contains the revelation known as the Word of Wisdom.
What is Doctrine and Covenants Section 89?
The Word of Wisdom warns against wine and this type of drink.
What is strong drink?
The Word of Wisdom says these are “ordained for the use of man” to be eaten in season.
What are fruits, herbs, and vegetables?
Those who live the Word of Wisdom will “run and not be” this.
What is weary?
This revelation, now known as Section 4, begins with the words: “Now behold, a marvelous work is about to come forth among the children of men.”
What is the call to missionary work?
This Doctrine and Covenants section contains the revelation known as the Word of Wisdom.
What is Doctrine and Covenants Section 89?
This hot drink, clarified by modern prophets, is forbidden in the Word of Wisdom.
What is coffee or tea?
This type of food should be eaten “sparingly,” according to the Word of Wisdom.
What is meat?
The revelation promises that the “destroying angel” shall do this if we are obedient.
What is pass over them?
Section 76 is often called “The Vision” because it reveals this doctrine about the afterlife.
What is the three degrees of glory?
Joseph Smith received the Word of Wisdom revelation in this year.
What is 1833?
President Gordon B. Hinckley warned against tobacco, alcohol, and these modern addictive substances.
What are drugs (such as narcotics or harmful substances)?
President Spencer W. Kimball reminded members not to forget this part of the Word of Wisdom, which focuses on wholesome foods and balance.
What is eating wholesome foods and practicing moderation?
President Thomas S. Monson taught that keeping the Word of Wisdom helps us receive more of these two spiritual gifts.
What are health and strength (or spiritual sensitivity and guidance)?
In Section 20, also known as the “Articles and Covenants of the Church,” this sacred ordinance is described in detail.
What is the sacrament?
This prophet emphasized the Word of Wisdom as a commandment for all Saints after Joseph Smith.
Who is Brigham Young?
True or False – President Russell M. Nelson has connected keeping the Word of Wisdom with greater spiritual sensitivity.
What is true?
President Boyd K. Packer said that full obedience to the Word of Wisdom brings this unique blessing of divine understanding.
Who is President Gordon B. Hinckley?
President Boyd K. Packer said that full obedience to the Word of Wisdom brings this unique blessing of divine understanding.
What are hidden treasures of knowledge?
Section 135 records the martyrdom of this prophet and his brother.
Who are Joseph and Hyrum Smith?
This Church leader said the Word of Wisdom was given “not by commandment or constraint” but as a principle with a promise.
Who is Joseph Smith?
President Russell M. Nelson, a heart surgeon, taught that avoiding harmful substances protects not just the body but also this eternal aspect of man.
What is the spirit (or soul)?
President Ezra Taft Benson emphasized that this physical law, tied to the Word of Wisdom, also influences our spiritual ability to receive revelation.
What is the law of health?
According to modern prophets, one of the greatest blessings of keeping the Word of Wisdom is the ability to qualify for and enter this holy place.
What is the temple?
In Section 110, Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery received visitations from three heavenly messengers who restored priesthood keys. Name one of them.
Who is Moses, Elias, or Elijah?