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D&C 49–50
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Watch videos from Gospel scholars and teachers to learn more about these sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. Book of Mormon Central produces weekly videos from Tyler Griffin, Taylor Halverson, John Hilton III, Anthony Sweat, Casey Griffiths, Stephanie Dibb Sorensen and Marianna Richardson. Read commentaries and other resources from KnoWhys, Steven C. Harper, Casey Griffiths, and Susan Easton Black.
Overview
Doctrine and Covenants 49
Doctrine and Covenants 50
Daily Reading Plan
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Monday
- Commentary: Section 49 Context, Steven C. Harper
- Scripture: D&C 49:1–10
- Bio: Leman Copley
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Quote: There are some of our members who practice selective obedience. A prophet is not one who displays a smorgasbord of truth from which we are free to pick and choose. However, some members become critical and suggest the prophet should change the menu. A prophet doesn’t take a poll to see which way the wind of public opinion is blowing. He reveals the will of the Lord to us. The world is full of deteriorating churches who have succumbed to public opinion and have become more dedicated to tickling the ears of their members than obeying the laws of God.
In 1831, some converts wanted to bring a few of their previous beliefs into the Church with them. Our problem today is with members who seem very vulnerable to the trends in society (and the pointing fingers which attend them) and want the Church to change its position to accommodate them. The doctrinal grass on the other side of the fence looks very green to them.
The Lord’s counsel in 1831 is relevant today: “Behold, I say unto you, that they desire to know the truth in part, but not all, for they are not right before me and must needs repent.”
Glenn L. Pace, “Follow the Prophet,” April 1989 General Conference.
Tuesday
- Scripture: D&C 49:11–22
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:8–14.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:15–17.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:18–21.
Wednesday
- Scripture: D&C 49:23–28
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:22–23.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:24–25.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 49:26–28.
Thursday
- Commentary: Section 50 Context, Steven C. Harper
- Scripture: D&C 50:1–9
- Bio: Joseph Wakefield
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:1–5.
Friday
- Scripture: D&C 50:10–20
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:10–14.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:15–22.
Saturday
- Scripture: D&C 50:21–29
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:23–25.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:26–28.
Sunday
- Scripture: D&C 50:30–45
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:29–36.
- Commentary: Casey Paul Griffiths, Doctrine and Covenants Minute, Doctrine and Covenants 50:37–46.
- Video: Belief and Kindness - Casey Griffiths (D&C 49–50)
- Video: Fear Not - John Hilton III (D&C 50)
Bibliography
Doctrine and Covenants 49
Steven C. Harper, “Section 49,” Doctrine and Covenants Contexts (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021), 108–112.
Susan Easton Black, “Marriage Is Ordained of God - Insight Into D&C 49,” Restoration Voices Volume 2: Insights and Stories of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Sidney Rigdon,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Parley P. Pratt,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Leman Copley,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Matthew McBride, “Leman Copley and the Shakers,” Revelations in Context: The Stories Behind the Sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. Salt Lake City, UT: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2016.
“After Much Tribulation,” Saints, Volume 1: The Standard of Truth (Salt Lake City, UT: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2018), 1:127–128.
“Religious Beliefs in Joseph Smith's Day,” Church History Topics.
Peter B. Rawlins, “Discerning and Meeting Needs: The Essence of Our Ministry,” Religious Educator 7, no. 1 (2006): 79–89.
Lawrence R. Flake, “A Shaker View of a Mormon Mission,” BYU Studies Quarterly 20, no. 1 (1979): 1–6.
Book of Mormon Central, “Who Are the Lamanites? (2 Nephi 5:14),” KnoWhy 486 (November 20, 2018).
D&C 49:19
Sharon Anderson, “Bountiful Baskets,” in The Glory of the Son (Orem, UT: Time-Lines Etc., 2019), 40.
Doctrine and Covenants 50
Steven C. Harper, “Section 50,” Doctrine and Covenants Contexts (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021), 113–150.
Susan Easton Black, “The Hypocrite - Insight Into D&C 50,” Restoration Voices Volume 2: Insights and Stories of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Edward Partridge,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Joseph H. Wakefield,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Susan Easton Black, “Parley P. Pratt,” Restoration Voices Volume 1: People of the Doctrine and Covenants (Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2021).
Matthew McBride, “Religious Enthusiasm among Early Ohio Converts,” Revelations in Context: The Stories Behind the Sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. Salt Lake City, UT: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2016.
“Ye Shall Receive My Law,” Saints, Volume 1: The Standard of Truth (Salt Lake City, UT: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2018), 1:117–119.
“Gifts of the Spirit,” Church History Topics.
“Religious Beliefs in Joseph Smith's Day,” Church History Topics.
Peter B. Rawlins, “Discerning and Meeting Needs: The Essence of Our Ministry,” Religious Educator 7, no. 1 (2006): 79–89.
D&C 50:44
Sharon Anderson, “Meaning of the Stone,” in The Glory of the Son (Orem, UT: Time-Lines Etc., 2019), 23.
