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Why Was Cain’s Offering Rejected?| LDS Explanations

Painting of Cain Killing Abel

According to the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cain’s offering was rejected by God because it was not given in faith and was not offered in the proper way. In the Old Testament, Cain and his brother Abel both made offerings to God. Abel’s offering was accepted by God, but […]

What To Say in an LDS Blessing | LDS Explanations

Joseph Smith Receiving Priesthood From Peter James and John

In the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, blessings can be given by those who hold the Melchizedek priesthood. A few examples are, but are not limited to, ordained leaders called patriarchs or bishops. Blessings are given for a variety of purposes, including the naming and blessing of newborn children, the blessing of the […]

Who Was Enoch? | LDS Explanations

Enoch and his followers being translated into heaven

According to the doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also nicknamed the LDS Church or Mormon Church), Enoch was a righteous man who lived in the biblical land of Eden. He was a prophet of God who lived in the early days of humanity, and he is mentioned in the Old […]