Nauvoo and the Gathering
What city did the Lord designate as a cornerstone of Zion?
Nauvoo, Nauvoo (V.2)
What sacred building were the Saints commanded to construct?
The Nauvoo Templev. 27
Who received the revelation in D&C 124?
Joseph Smithv. 1
Who was commanded to write a proclamation to kings and rulers?
Joseph Smith and others v.1–3
What did the Lord promise to those who obey His commandments?
Blessings and protection v.45
What was Nauvoo previously called?
Commercev. 1
What ordinance was to be performed in the temple?
Baptism for the deadv. 33
Who was called as Patriarch to the Church?
Hyrum Smithv. 91
What was the purpose of the proclamation?
To declare the gospel and gather Israel v.2
What would happen to those who reject the gospel?
They would be left without excuse v.8
What did the Lord command the Saints to do in Nauvoo?
Build a house for His name (temple)v. 25
What would happen if the Saints failed to build the temple?
They would be rejected as a churchv. 31–32
Who was appointed as a counselor in the First Presidency?
William Lawv. 91
What did the Lord say about rulers and the gospel?
They are not exempt from hearing it v.3
What did the Lord say about His house?
It must be built with holiness v.39
What blessing did the Lord promise for those who help build Nauvoo?
They will be blessed and protected v. 22
What was the temple to be built for?
A place for ordinances and worshipv. 39
What was John C. Bennett’s role?
Assistant President v.16–17
What tone was the proclamation to carry?
Solemn and inspired v.6
What did the Lord say about faithful servants?
They will be honored and remembered v.49
What did the Lord say about Nauvoo’s future glory?
It will become glorious and a refuge v. 60
What did the Lord say about accepting the temple?
He would accept it if built in time v.44
Who was called to be Church historian and scribe?
Robert B. Thompson v.89
What did the Lord say about the importance of the proclamation?
It must go to all nations v.7
What warning did the Lord give about disobedience?
Rejection and loss of blessings v.31–32