Visions & Revelation
What place did Joseph Smith see “opened” in his vision in D&C 137?
The celestial kingdom.
What is the name of the place in the Spirit World where the righteous go?
Paradise.
True or false: People who never heard the gospel in life lose their chance for exaltation.
False.
Who did Joseph Smith see in the celestial kingdom besides Alvin?
Adam, Abraham, and his father and mother.
Where are ordinances for the dead performed?
In the temple.
Which family member did Joseph see in the celestial kingdom?
His brother Alvin.
What is the scriptural name for the part of the Spirit World where spirits wait for the gospel?
Spirit prison.
In D&C 137, what does God use to judge besides our works?
The intent of our hearts.
In D&C 138, which ancient prophets does Joseph F. Smith see ministering in the Spirit World?
Adam, Eve, Noah, Abraham (and others).
What do we call performing ordinances on behalf of someone who has died?
Proxy work.
Which prophet received the vision recorded in D&C 138?
President Joseph F. Smith.
After His death, did Jesus personally visit the wicked spirits in Spirit prison?
No. He visited the righteous and organized them to teach the wicked.
According to D&C 137, which kingdom can those who would have accepted the gospel inherit?
The celestial kingdom.
What major event in the Spirit World did Joseph F. Smith witness in his vision?
Christ’s ministry to the spirits after His death.
Doing temple work helps us feel connected to who?
Our ancestors and family members.
What scriptures was Joseph F. Smith studying that led to his vision?
The writings of ancient prophets, especially Peter’s teachings about Christ teaching in the Spirit world.
DAILY DOUBLE!
Who teaches the gospel to the spirits in prison?
Righteous spirits organized by Christ.
Which attribute of God ensures that no one is condemned without a fair chance?
Justice (and mercy).
Why was it surprising to Joseph that Alvin was in the celestial kingdom?
Because Alvin died before he could be baptized.
Why is temple work necessary according to the vision in D&C 138?
Because spirits who accept the gospel still need physical ordinances.
What personal experience influenced Joseph F. Smith’s deep pondering about death and the Spirit World?
The loss of family members (including his son Hyrum).
Why is preaching the gospel in the Spirit World necessary?
So everyone has a fair chance to accept the gospel and be saved.
How does the Atonement help those who died without gospel knowledge?
It allows the gospel to be preached in the Spirit World and ordinances to be performed by proxy.
Besides studying scripture, what prepared Joseph F. Smith to receive his vision?
His humility, personal suffering, and desire to understand death.
What doctrine connects temple work, the Spirit World, and the salvation of all God’s children?
The plan of salvation (and/or sealing power).