Section 77 Symbols
in D&C 77, what do the four beasts represent?
Angelic or heavenly beings around God's throne.
They represent "the glory of the classes of being in their destined order of sphere of creation"
What did the Lord call to be organized in D&C 78?
the "United Firm" to manage storehouses and publishing revelations
"power of his ordination" (see verse 1)
Which revelation about the firm/storehouse came first--D&C 78 or D&C 80?
Section 78 on March 1, 1832
Why is section 77 a good model for scripture study?
It shows how we should ask questions and seek spiritual guidance and revelation.
How does section 77 define the twenty-four elders John saw?
faithful elders from the seven churches in God's paradise.
What is another name for the United Firm?
the "United Order"
Compare the mission calls --what is something very different between Stephen Burnett and Eden Smith's instructions in Section 80 to the calling in section 79?
Stephen Burnett and Eden Smith were told "it mattereth not" where they go. "for ye cannot go amiss." (see verse 3)
In what month and year was section 77 received
March of 1832
Name 2 blessings the Lord promises the Church members in section 78 for living the law of Consecration.
Church independence, temporal blessings
Guided by the Lord ("lead you along")
heavenly blessings (crowns, made rulers over many kingdoms, riches of eternity, inherit all things)
What is the range or scope of history covered by the seven seals seen by John, according to D&C 77?
The seals represent the earth during the seven thousand years of its continuance, or its temporal existence. Each seals lasting ~1000 years.
Why were code names used in earlier editions of D&C 78?
to protect the people in the revelations from threats and enemies.
Where did Jared Carter get called to go in section 79?
"the eastern countries"
Hiram, Ohio (~20 miles south of Kirtland, Ohio)
DAILY DOUBLE
What section of the Doctrine & Covenants aligns with the following message from President Nelson...
D&C 78...
"and he who receiveth all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious..." (verse 19)
What does section 77 teach about the angels with trumpets and the Restoration?
They are sealing angels involved in the Restoration, preparing and finishing of God's work in the beginning of the 7th thousand years.
Finish this promise from D&C 78: "I will lead you ________."
"...along." (D&C 78:18)
What was promised to Jared Carter that the Lord would "send upon him" that would "teach him the truth and the way whither he shall go?"
"the Comforter" (see D&C 79:2)
How many years did "the United Firm" go?
about 2 years (1832 to 1834)
What lesson can we learn from "it mattereth not" in section 80?
Even when we are not sure, if we trust Christ, he will lead us with the Spirit
How does section 77 illustrate how we should study the book of Revelation or any scriptures?
Joseph asked God questions and he received divine answers, just like we can.
What does D&C 78 teach about equality among the church members?
If Saints aren't equal in earthly things, they can't be equal in heavenly things (see verse 6)
In D&C 80, what was Stephen Burnett and Eden Smith suppose to preach?
"the things which ye have heard, and verily believe, and know to be true." (D&C 80:4)
What event happened 1 month after section 76 was received ("The Vision" of the kingdoms of heaven) around March 24, 1832, which involved both Joseph Smith, Jr and Sidney Rigdon?
they were tarred and feathered by a mob
In what way did Jared Carter's mission reflect "faithfulness in tribulation?"
he kept going despite depression and trials.