Not the First
O Babylon
Zion, not the park
D&C
The Theme
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When is the 2nd coming of Jesus Christ?

March 23, 2046

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What was the Tower of Babel?

A tower built to reach heaven. God stopped them by confusing their languages

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How can we be a Zion people?

Through unity godliness and charity

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What does D&C stand for?

Doctrine & Covenants

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How should we use His priesthood?

To serve others, beginning in my own home

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How can you prepare for the 2nd coming?

Live righteously, Strengthen faith in Christ, Build strong families, Be temporally prepared


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What does "Babylon" represent in the scriptures such as D&C 133:4–14?

It's a symbol for corrupt, oppressive, and idolatrous human systems that oppose God

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What is Zion in the world's view?

Jerusalem or city of God

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When were the last updates made to the D&C?

Major updates - 1981. Minor - 2025

Canonical/revelatory updates: ~70–80

Editorial/study-help/heading updates: ~150–200

Total historical changes: ~220–280


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How can I prepare to become a diligent missionary, loyal husband, and loving father?

By being a true disciple of Jesus Christ

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What color robe will Christ wear when He comes again?

Red

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Where was Babylon?

Iraq

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What is Zion according to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints beliefs?

The pure in heart

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What does D&C 134:1 say about governments?

We believe that governments were instituted of God for the benefit of man; and that he holds men accountable for their acts in relation to them, both in making laws and administering them, for the good and safety of society.

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What is the first line of the Aaronic priesthood theme?

I am a beloved son of God, and He has a work for me to do.

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What city will Christ come to in the 2nd coming?

Jerusalem

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What people did Babylon take captive?

The Jews

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How did Zion's National Park get it's name?

Named Mukuntuweap National Monument in 1909, but the name was changed to Zion National Monument in 1918 because LDS pioneers felt it was nature's temple of God

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What is the Book of Commandments vs Doctrine & Covenants?

The Book of Commandments was the first collection of revelations published in 1833, while the Doctrine and Covenants is a later, expanded version published in 1835.

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Why do I invite all to come unto Christ and receive the blessings of His Atonement.

To prepare the world for the Savior's return

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What will happen to the earth at Christ's 2nd coming?

The earth will be returned to its paradisiacal state and be made new. There will be a new heaven and a new earth

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How big was the city of Babel compared to other cities at the time?

It was the largest city in the world

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Where will the modern city of Zion or the New Jerusalem be built?

Jackson County, Missouri

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What happened when a mob attacked the Church's printing press in 1833?

They scattered the Book of Commandments and only a few copies survived

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What year was the current Aaronic Priesthood theme announced?

2019