Hyrum Smith states that the temple is incomparable, emphasizing its importance for granting power and knowledge, and its role in addressing church challenges.
Hyrum Smith, "CONFERENCE MINUTES.," Times and Seasons 5, no. 14, August 1, 1844: 596
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CONFERENCE MINUTES.
Continuation of last April's Conference.
At two o'clock, P. M., Patriarch Hyrum Smith arrived at the stand, and said he wanted to speak something about the the Temple.
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I cannot make a comparison between the house of God and any thing now in existence. Great things are to grow out of that house; there is a great and mighty power to grow out of it; there is an endowment; knowledge is power, we want knowledge; we have frequently difficulties with persons who profess to be Latter Day Saints; when the sacrament will be administered in the Lord's house, it will do away with a great deal of difficulty that is now in existence.
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(To be Continued.)
From the Nauvoo Neighbor.
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