What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel?
Question Gramps, Hey Gramps, What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel? How is it decided what tribe one belongs to? Elder Pope Answer Elder Pope, The tribes of Israel trace their origins back to the twelve sons of the prophet Jacob,...
Should we use the phrase “I seal this blessing upon you” when giving a Priesthood blessing?
Question Gramps, I have been told that when concluding a priesthood blessing, we shouldn’t use the words “I seal this blessing upon you.” I can’t find any reference regarding this. The Church instruction always says to end in the name of...
What are the blessings promised specifically to the Lamanites and their descendants?
Question Gramps, In October 2010, Elder Larry J. Echo Hawk asked everyone (especially those of Lamanite descent) to read the Book of Mormon and to learn of its promises. What blessings are promised specifically to the Lamanites and their descendants? I know...
Why doesn’t my Patriarchal Blessing mention the resurrection?
Question Gramps, Although I recognize that Patriarchal blessings aren’t meant to provide us with every detail of our lives and blessings, I can’t help but notice that every single one of my family members — my parents, siblings, spouse, and children...
How can I show gratitude and thankfulness?
Question Gramps, How can I show gratitude and thankfulness? Harold Answer Harold, As November arrives, the air fills with anticipation for turkey feasts, family gatherings, and the warmth of shared tradition. For many, Thanksgiving is about far...
Are we commanded to bless our food before eating?
Question Gramps, Are we commanded to bless our food before eating? Cheyenne Answer Cheyenne, The act of pausing before a meal to bow one’s head in prayer is almost universal among Latter-day Saint families. Whether uttered in homes, at large...
Are there special blessings to being born in the covenant?
Question Gramps, Are there special blessings or privileges associated with being born into the covenant? Does it also hold more responsibilities? Kelly Answer Kelly, At the heart of the doctrine of being born in the covenant is the understanding...
What’s the point in receiving a patriarchal blessing?
Question Gramps, Is it even worth getting a patriarchal blessing? What’s the point of them anyway? Stan Answer Stan, A patriarchal blessing is a sacred ordinance in which a patriarch, a priesthood holder ordained to this office, provides a...
