Temple Ordinances and Covenants
What is the first Temple Ordinance that youth can participate in?
Baptisms for the Dead
Temple baptismal fonts are placed on the backs of how many oxen and why?
Twelve — representing the twelve tribes of Israel and the strength and power on which God’s work rests.
Who built the first temple mentioned in the Old Testament?
King Solomon
What is one of the key blessings promised to those who remain faithful and temple worthy?
Eternal families, guidance from the Spirit, increased peace, and closer relationship with God.
What was the first temple constructed outside of the United States?
The Cardston Alberta Temple
What is the Temple Endowment?
The temple endowment is a sacred gift whereby we are clothed with blessings from God now and forever. The endowment can only be received in His way and in His holy temple. Some of the gifts you receive through the temple endowment include:
Greater knowledge of the Lord’s purposes and teachings.
Power to do all that God wants us to do.
Divine guidance and protection as we serve the Lord, our families, and others.
Increased hope, comfort, and peace.
What does the Angel Moroni statue on many temples symbolize?
The restoration of the Gospel and the preaching of the restored gospel to the world.
In the Book of Mormon, Nephi built a temple “after the manner of” which famous temple?
Nephi built a temple "after the manner of" the Temple of Solomon. Nephi's temple was constructed after the style and design of Solomon's, but due to a lack of precious materials in the new land, it could not be built with the same wealth as the original
Why is it important to have a testimony of the Atonement of Jesus Christ and of His role as your Savior and Redeemer?
Without a testimony of the Savior, temple worship and covenants would lose their meaning — it’s His Atonement that makes the blessings of the temple possible.
What was the first temple to present ordinances in a language other than English?
The Mesa Arizona Temple
What is a covenant and what is an example of one that we make in the temple?
A covenant is a sacred 2-way promise between God and his Children. He asks us to promise to keep his commandments and in return if we are obedient to that promise, we receive blessings in our lives
In the temple we covenant with God to live the following commandments.
Law of Obedience, which includes striving to keep Heavenly Father's commandments.
Law of Sacrifice, which means sacrificing to support the Lord’s work and repenting with a broken heart and contrite spirit.
Law of the Gospel, which includes exercising faith in Jesus Christ, making and honoring essential covenants with God, enduring to the end, and striving to love God and our neighbor.
Law of Chastity, which means abstaining from sexual relations outside of a legal marriage between a man and a woman, which is according to God’s law.
Law of Consecration, which means dedicating our time, talents, and everything with which the Lord has blessed us to building up Jesus Christ’s Church on the earth.
In the Salt Lake Temple, the star, sun, and moon designs on the outside represent what gospel teaching?
The three degrees of Glory
Where was Jesus when He taught, “My Father’s house shall be called a house of prayer”?
Jesus spoke the words, "My Father's house shall be called a house of prayer" while in the Temple in Jerusalem after cleansing it of money changers and merchants.
Why are we asked if we have a testimony of the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ?
The question helps ensure we believe in God’s ongoing work, His prophets, and His restored ordinances — which is essential for approaching the temple worthily.
What was the first temple to have an angel Moroni and also be the only temple to have a horizontal or flying angel Moroni?
The Nauvoo Temple
What blessing does a temple sealing give to a husband and wife that a civil marriage does not?
Eternal marriages and eternal families
Why do we wear white clothing at the temple?
White clothing symbolizes purity, worthiness, and cleanliness and that we are all equal before Heavenly Father.
In the Old Testament, which prophet foresaw a future temple built “in the top of the mountains” where people would flow to learn of God?
Isaiah
One temple interview question says the following - The Lord has said that all things are to be “done in cleanliness” before Him. What book of scripture does this reference come from?
D&C 42:41
What is the tallest of all Latter-day Saint temples?
The Washington D.C. Temple
When you joined the Church, you received two ordinances—baptism and confirmation. Likewise, the temple endowment is also received in two parts. What is the first part called?
In the first part, you will privately and individually receive what are called the initiatory ordinances. These ordinances include special blessings regarding your divine heritage and potential
Why is the Indian Blanket Wildflower integrated into the design of the Oklahoma City Temple?
Oklahoma's state wildflower is integrated into the design, specifically in the stone ornamentation. This motif connects the sacred building to the natural beauty of the area.
In 3 Nephi 11, when the resurrected Savior appeared to the Nephites, where did He come to teach them?
The resurrected Savior appeared to the Nephites at the temple in the land of Bountiful.
What is the first temple interview question?
Do you have faith in and a testimony of God, the Eternal Father; His Son, Jesus Christ; and the Holy Ghost?
Only five temples feature an angel Moroni statue holding the gold plates. Name one of those temples.
The Los Angeles California Temple, Washington D.C. Temple, Seattle Washington Temple, Jordan River Utah Temple, and Mexico City Mexico Temple.