Symbolism in the Temple
What do temple baptismal fonts rest on?
On the backs of twelve oxen
What country holds the distinction of having the first LDS temple outside the United States?
Canada. Cardston Alberta Temple. The temple was dedicated on August 26, 1923
What was the first LDS temple ever built?
Kirtland Temple. On Easter Sunday, April 3, 1836, during the Jewish Passover, the Lord appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery in the Kirtland Temple, accepting His house.
There are two parts to the endowment. What is the name of the first part?
Initiatory.
The endowment is received in two parts. In the first part, a person receives a preliminary ordinance called the initiatory. The initiatory is also known as the washing and anointing (see Exodus 29:4–9). It includes special blessings related to the person’s divine heritage and potential.
During the initiatory, the member is authorized to wear the temple garment. The garment represents his or her personal relationship with God and the commitment to obey covenants made in the temple. When members are faithful to their covenants and wear the garment properly throughout their lives, it also serves as a protection.
Do you have to be perfect to enter the temple?
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No, but every member who enters must be worthy and hold a valid temple recommend
What do the 12 oxen represent?
The 12 tribes of Israel
Name 3 states that do not have a LDS temple
Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New Jersey, West Virginia, Mississippi, South Dakota, Wisconsin
How long did it take to complete the Salt Lake Temple?
40 years
What is the temple endowment?
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The endowment is a religious ceremony administered in temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is available to adult Church members who are prepared for this sacred experience.
The endowment provides instruction, covenants, and promised blessings that offer power, purpose, and protection in daily life.
In the second part of the endowment, the plan of salvation is taught, including the Creation, the Fall of Adam and Eve, the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the Apostasy, and the Restoration. Members also receive instruction on how to return to the Lord’s presence
How often are youth required to meet with bishopric member for temple recommend renewal?
Once a year
What does the font represent?
The "molten sea" described in Solomon's Temple
What is the smallest LDS Temple in the world?
Smallest Temples (by square foot)
1. Colonia Juarez Chihuahua Mexico Temple – 6,800
How many temples has a Holy of Holies?
According to Elder James E. Talmage in his book House of the Lord, the Holy of Holies is the most sacred part of the temple, and it is reserved for the higher ordinance of the priesthood. A specific room designated as the Holy of Holies can only be found in the Salt Lake Temple, although every temple has a sealing room that can function as a Holy of Holies.
What does it mean to be sealed in the temple as husband and wife?
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In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the word sealing refers to the joining together of a man and a woman and their children for eternity. This sealing can be performed only in a temple by a man who has the priesthood, or the authority from God. According to Latter-day Saint belief, the sealing means these family relationships will endure after death if the individuals live according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. For Latter-day Saints, the family is essential to God’s plan as the most important unit both on earth and in eternity.
How often do the youth have a planned temple trip
Monthly
What are baptisms for the dead?
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Baptism for the dead, vicarious baptism or proxy baptism today commonly refers to the religious practice of baptizing a person on behalf of one who is dead—a living person receiving the rite on behalf of a deceased person.
1. Salt Lake Temple – 253, 015
2. Los Angeles California Temple – 190, 614
3. Washington DC Temple – 160,000
4. Jordan River Temple – 148, 236
5. Provo Utah Temple – 128, 325
What LDS temple did the founding fathers of our nation visit?
St. George Temple. In 1877, the Founding Fathers of the United States and other eminent men and women appeared in a vision to Wilford Woodruff, president of the St. George Temple, for the purpose of completing their temple work.
How old do you have to be to receive endowment?
Members of the Church who are at least 18 years old (and no longer attend high school or secondary school) may receive their temple endowment if they are faithful and ready.
Why do we wear white in the temple?
Because it's a simple of purity
What is the temple garment?
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Temple garments are worn by adult members of the Church who have made sacred promises of fidelity to God’s commandments and the gospel of Jesus Christ in temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
To Church members, the modest temple garment, worn under normal clothing, along with the symbolic vestments worn during temple worship, represent the sacred and personal aspect of their relationship with God and their commitment to live good, honorable lives.
How many temples are there?
195 Dedicated • 50 Under Construction • 105 Announced • 350 Total
When did the LDS church start practicing baptisms for the dead?
Baptism for the dead is best known as a doctrine of the Latter Day Saint movement, which has practiced it since 1840. It is currently practiced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), where it is performed only in dedicated temples
Name the six ordinances performed in the Temple
Why should we attend the temple?
If you have not yet been to the temple or if you have been but currently do not qualify for a recommend, there is no more important goal for you to work toward than being worthy to go to the temple. Your sacrifice may be bringing your life into compliance with what is required to receive a recommend, perhaps by forsaking long-held habits which disqualify you. It may be having the faith and the discipline to pay your tithing. Whatever it is, qualify to enter the temple of God. Secure a temple recommend and regard it as a precious possession, for such it is.”
President Thomas S Monson