Though there have been many translated beings seen on earth, none seem to have captured the interest and intrigue of the Latter-day Saint people as have the Three Nephites. Through the scriptures and the words of General Authorities, this well-documented and easy-to-read book provides a wealth of historical information about translated beings---information that is finally brought together under one cover.

Death often arrives wrapped in questions, heartache, and quiet longing for reassurance. In Reassuring Teachings on Death, beloved Latter-day Saint author Bruce E. Dana offers a tender and faith-filled exploration of what the restored gospel teaches about life beyond the veil.Drawing from years of careful research and prophetic insight, this compassionate work gently illuminates doctrines that bring peace to grieving hearts:Truths about the et...

We are that we might have joy, right?Joy and laughter are gifts from God, and sometimes they come disguised as everyday mishaps, family moments, and well-intended plans gone awry. In Latter-Day Laughs, prolific LDS author Bruce E. Dana invites readers to find humor in the ordinary and inspiration in the unexpected.This delightful collection of short stories and jokes draws from familiar experiences such as budgeting blunders, family life adventures...

Prolific LDS author Bruce E. Dana explores three rarely discussed-but deeply fascinating-teachings unique to the theology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this insightful and thought-provoking book, Dana examines questions that invite deeper understanding and spiritual reflection:How were Adam and Eve truly created?In what way did eating the Forbidden Fruit bring about mortality?Is Cain still alive today because of his earthly sins?

Step into a powerful and enlightening exploration of one of the gospel's most sacred and rarely discussed topics. This book unveils profound teachings about Translated and Resurrected Beings-truths that have seldom appeared in published works. Journey through scriptural insights and inspired commentary as you learn about the extraordinary lives and missions of figures such as the City of Enoch, Moses, Elijah, John the Beloved, the Three Nephites, and others.Drawing from the scriptu...

From the time that the Church was officially organized on April 6, 1830, to the present time, various members have asked "Who and what are angels?"It is important to emphasize that intriguing views will be presented from thescriptures, and by the Lord's chosen servants in this final dispensation of times.These various views might be new to many members of The Church of JesusChrist of Latter-day Saints.With the Spirit as our guide, let us begin our in...

Who was the first Apostle of the Restoration?Who chose the Twelve Apostles in this final dispensation of times?What is the special role of an Apostle?This booklet will edify readers by bringing them to a greater understanding of God's love in giving divine guidance to his children in mortality by each man's call to the Holy Apostleship.

As the reader will learn in the introduction, in the year 2004, a dear friend asked me this intriguing question: "Did the Prophet Joseph Smith have a son who became President of the Church?" With some reservations, I responded back" "If you consider one of his sons, Joseph Smith 3rd, who became president of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then yes. If not, no!"My scholarly friend answered kindly, "Interesting answer that you gave to my question. Now, fo...

This is a comprehensive book about the LDS temple. It examines in appropriate detail the doctrines and practices which surround that holy building, and particularly their implications for the individual Church member. Part one offers the Lord's invitation: "Come to the temple." It sets forth the requirements for attendance- basically, preparation through worthiness- and the attitude and behavior appropriate for those attending that holy place on the first and all subsequent occasions. Part...

This book offers a thorough coverage of life after death from the LDS perspective. It particularly offers comfort to reader following the death of a loved one.

In President Packer’s characteristic wise and authoritative manner, he examines in appropriate detail the doctrines and practices surrounding the holy temples that dot the world. This timely and valuable book will help members at every stage of life as it focuses on a temple’s purpose, beauty, and the blessings it offers.Part one offers the Lord’s invitation: “Come to the temple.” It sets forth the requirements for attendance—basically, preparation through worthiness—and the attitu...

You’ve read the Doctrine and Covenants before, but Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler, hosts of the popular YouTube scripture-study channel Don’t Miss This, have created a new approach that will change the way you read your scriptures. These great teachers, whose love for the scriptures is contagious, explore the significance of one verse from each section of the Doctrine and Covenants, showing you how to dig deep and find personal application of God’s word. Each short, devotion...