The Vision
Who saw the vision recorded in D&C 76?
Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon.
How many kingdoms of glory were revealed?
3
"This is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!"
Joseph Smith and Sindey Rigdon
What are some of the ordinances required to enter the celestial kingdom?
Baptism, Eternal marriage, confirmation, the gift of the Holy Ghost, endowment, and keeping the commandments.
Where were Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon when they saw the vision?
In the John Johnson home in Hiram, Ohio.
Name the three kingdoms of glory.
Celestial, Terrestrial, Telestial
In response to the vision, this person declared, "I see the same."
Sidney Rigdon
To what is the glory of the celestial kingdom compared?
The glory of the sun
What were they studying when the vision began?
The Gospel of John, pondering the resurrection of the just and unjust.
Who decides which kingdom we inherit?
Jesus Christ
“Thus saith the Lord: for I, the Lord, am merciful and gracious unto those who fear me.”
D&C 76:5
The Lord
Who is the ultimate ruler in the celestial kingdom?
Heavenly father
What was the purpose of the vision?
To testify of Jesus Christ, the kingdoms of glory, and the plan of salvation.
What do those in the lower kingdoms lack that the celestial Kingdom has?
The constant presence of God the Father and Jesus Christ.
“He is the only begotten of the Father—full of grace and truth, even the Spirit of truth.”
D&C 76:14
Joseph Smith
What are some blessings promised to those who inherit the celestial kingdom?
being with god for eternity, becoming like god, and receiving everlasting joy.
Who did Joseph and Sidney see on the right hand of God?
Jesus Christ
Who are resurrected last?
The people of the telestial kingdom
“And while we meditated upon these things, the Lord touched the eyes of our understandings and they were opened...”
D&C 76:19
Joseph Smith
What are some qualifications a person must meet to inherit the celestial kingdom?
A testimony of Christ, baptized in his name, the gift of the holy ghost, obeying the commandments, having been washed away from all sins, endowment.