LDS History
This man was the founder and first prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Who is Joseph Smith?
This prophet buried the golden plates, which were later discovered by Joseph Smith.
Who is Moroni?
This biannual event is when General Conference Talks are given.
What is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints General Conference?
This man was the second president of the LDS Church and played a major role in the westward migration of the Saints.
Who is Brigham Young?
In the Old Testament, this prophet was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind.
Who is Elijah?
This 1847 event marked the arrival of the first group of Latter-day Saints in the Salt Lake Valley.
What is the Mormon Pioneer Trek?
This civilization was the main rival to the Nephites throughout the Book of Mormon.
Who are the Lamanites?
This president of the LDS Church emphasized the importance of families in his talk "The Family: A Proclamation to the World."
Who is Gordon B. Hinckley?
This president of the church was the grandson of Hyrum Smith, brother of Joseph Smith, and served as the sixth president of the LDS Church.
Who is Joseph F. Smith?
This event in the New Testament is when Jesus Christ, after his resurrection, ascended into heaven in the presence of his disciples.
What is the Ascension?
This was the location of the first temple built by the Latter-day Saints.
Where is Kirtland, Ohio?
This prophet led his family through the wilderness and across the ocean to the promised land.
Who is Lehi?
This apostle spoke of the importance of gaining personal testimony in his talk "The Challenge to Become."
Who is Dallin H. Oaks?
This president of the church was a U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Eisenhower.
Who is Ezra Taft Benson?
This vision in the Pearl of Great Price, given to Moses, provides an account of the creation and the purpose of mankind.
What is the Vision of Moses (found in Moses chapters 1 and 2)?
This disastrous 1857 event involved a conflict between a wagon train of settlers and members of the church.
What is the Mountain Meadows Massacre?
This son of King Mosiah is known for his miraculous conversion and missionary efforts, including his service among the Lamanites, where he converted King Lamoni and his people.
Who is Ammon, son of Mosiah?
This apostle's talk "Beware of Pride" warned of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.
Who is Ezra Taft Benson?
This president of the church oversaw the revelation extending the priesthood to all worthy male members, regardless of race.
Who is Spencer W. Kimball?
In the Doctrine and Covenants, this section is known as "The Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood."
What is Doctrine and Covenants Section 84?
(Daily Double!): This man was the editor of the Nauvoo Expositor, a newspaper that criticized Joseph Smith and contributed to tensions that led to his assassination.
(Daily Double!): Who is William Law?
This Jaredite king, known for his wickedness, led his people into a devastating war that ultimately destroyed the Jaredite civilization.
Who is Coriantumr?
This apostle, known for his poetic language and storytelling, gave a memorable talk titled "The Tender Mercies of the Lord."
Who is Jeffrey R. Holland?
This president of the church, known for his emphasis on self-reliance, initiated the Church's welfare program during the Great Depression.
Who is Heber J. Grant?
In the Book of Mormon, this prophet and military leader taught about the importance of liberty and led an army with a distinctive title banner.
Who is Captain Moroni and the Title of Liberty?