D&C Basics
This Prophet received the revelations now compiled in the Doctrine and Covenants.
Who is Joseph Smith
He was Joseph Smith’s first scribe and co-president of the Church for a time.
Who is Oliver Cowdery?
Revelation in the D&C clarified that God’s work in the last days includes gathering His people to this type of location.
What is Zion?
Jesus Christ was born in this town.
What is Bethlehem
Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem because of this Roman requirement.
What is a census / taxation?
This term describes a revealed communication from God through a prophet.
What is revelation?
This early Church leader was called on multiple missions and later became Church President.
Who is Brigham Young?
Section 76 taught that after death, people are judged and assigned to one of these.
What are the three degrees of glory?
The Church's annual Christmas initiative reminds members to serve like the Savior.
What is Light the World?
The Shepherds were "keeping watch" over these.
What is their flocks?
The scripture Joseph Smith read that led him to pray.
What is James 1:5?
Section 4 was revealed for this man, Joseph Smith’s father.
Who is Joseph Smith Sr.?
Section 89 revealed guidance for health, emphasizing that these substances should be avoided.
What are tobacco, alcohol, tea, and coffee?
This Prophet in Helaman prophesied that a night with "no darkness" would mark the Savior's birth.
Who is Samuel the Lamanite?
The wise men brought three gifts - gold, frankincense, and this.
What is myrrh?
This sacred office was restored to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery by Peter, James, and John.
What is the Melchizedek Priesthood?
He was the first bishop of the Church.
Who is Edward Partridge?
Section 132 introduced the principle that marriage can be eternal if performed under proper authority and this law is kept.
What is the law of chastity / covenant obedience?
The sign of the Savior's birth in the Book of Mormon included this astronomical event.
What is a new star?
After the wise men left, Joseph fled with Mary and Jesus to this country.
What is Egypt?
Section 76 describes “three degrees” of glory and is also known by this nickname.
What is “The Vision”?
In D&C 124, this brother of Joseph Smith was appointed as the Church Patriarch and also as Assistant President of the Church.
Who is Hyrum Smith?
Revelations in the D&C clarified that temples are essential for receiving ordinances for the living and this group.
What is the dead / ancestors?
Shepherds represent Christ as this title.
What is the Good Shepherd?
Candles and lights symbolize this title of Christ.
What is the Light of the World?