Can you tell me about the inverted stars on the Nauvoo Temple?
Question Gramps, I am confused over the position of the star in the windows of the Nauvoo Temple. From what I have found, it sounds as if the inverted star is a satanic symbol. What have I misread or interpreted? Thanks. Gib Answer Gib, The five-pointed star...
Were there people from Jerusalem living in America before the Jaredites?
Question Gramps, A friend believes there were people from Jerusalem living in America before The Jaredites? If this is true, what was their name? Sharon Answer Sharon, I can't say that it's impossible, but let's examine this a bit first. The Jaredites were led...
How can I maintain ties to the Church while active duty military?
Question Gramps, I have been sitting on the fence for so long. I self-destructed the plan God had for me with alcohol for a long time. I lost everything and when I got tired of suffering, my drinking came to an end. I want to join the military because I have nothing...
What is meant by “even the stones would cry out?”
Question Gramps, A long time ago one of my Sunday School teachers mentioned from Luke 19:40 that "even the stones would cry out". Why exactly would that happen? Also, he interpreted it as the earth having a conscious spirit. I know the earth was created spiritually...
Why did Abinadi talk about the resurrection in past tense?
Question Gramps, Abinadi talks about the resurrection (Mosiah 16) in the past tense. It doesn't happen for over 160 years. Am I reading it wrong? Thanks for your help! Mike Answer Mike, It looks like you missed one key verse. In Mosiah 16:6, Abinidi says "And...
What do you think about crop circles?
Question Gramps, I was just wondering, what do you think of crop circles? Any answer would be welcomed. Thanks! Curiosity Answer Curiosity, I think they're one of two things: 1. Beautiful designs laid out on a massive scale by intelligent, though...
What does the LDS Church say about PG-13 movies?
Question Gramps, What does the LDS Church say about PG-13 movies? Debbie Answer Debbie, A long time ago, the church stopped referencing the rating system for movies. The reason is simple; what was PG-13 years ago is PG or G rated now. What may have been R or...
Should the sealing to my ex wife be canceled?
Question Gramps, I was previously sealed to my ex-wife. I have remarried and am also sealed to my current wife. I am in the process of trying to get my sealing cancelled to my ex-wife. I have heard different points of view that I should let the sealing alone...
What will be our responsibilities in the afterlife?
Question Gramps, I've wondered for some time if there is anything written about what individuals duties or responsibilities would be in the afterlife if they only attained a terrestrial or telestial glory. I've heard the term "ministering angels" but I'm a little...
Was the snake in the Garden of Eden literal or allegorical?
Question Gramps, When Satan tempts Adam and Eve in the garden does he actually take on the form of a snake or is that allegorical? Dan Answer Dan, I believe there are many things allegorical about the events, people and animals, and the text of the story about...
