Why is the angel Moroni always facing east when placed on the temples?
Question Dear Gramps, I’m a host and tour guide on temple square. Many guests ask this same question. “Why is the angel Moroni always facing east when placed on the temples?” Also the corner stone is always placed on the southeast side. Could you please help...What ever happened to the Ark of the Covenant?
The Ark of the Covenant was captured by the Babylonians, and has never been heard of since.
Why does the Mormon Church build such expensive temples?
The holy temples are made of the finest materials and best construction that the Mormon Church has at its disposal, because in a very real sense these buildings are the houses of the Lord.
Why is there no mention of temple rites of any kind spoken of in the Book of Mormon?
The Book of Mormon is as detailed as are the Old and New Testaments in the details of its description of temple worship.
Why is it acceptable for money to be exchanged in the temple?
The money exchanged in temples today is used for legitimate functions of the holy temples.
In the celestial kingdom will my husband and I be part of his family or mine?
In the state of exaltation in the celestial kingdom the line of authority will descend from father to son and from mother to daughter-in-law.
Is it OK for a missionary to return to the mission field after his mission to find someone to marry?
There is no objection to a missionary developing an attraction to someone of the opposite sex in the mission field after the end of his mission.
Are there still excursion workers in Mormon temples?
Acting as an excursion workers in a Mormon temple is a local calling, and the requirements and conditions are dictated by local authorities.
Why do some Mormon Temples have an angel Moroni on top?
Whether a Mormon Temple has an angel Moroni atop or not is related to aesthetics or the decision of the architect.