“A Faithful, a Just, and a Wise Steward”
- CFMCorner
- May 27
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Updated: Jun 11
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Due to the amount of material covered in this week’s lesson, I won’t be able to go into as much detail on each section in the section summaries. I’ll share what I can, but in the spirit of the principle that “all things must be done in order,” I’m recognizing my own limitations this week. As a busy working mom, I need to wisely distribute my time and efforts. That said, I still wanted to share a few overarching thoughts and insights that may be helpful to those following along with these posts.
This week, I listened to several podcasts, including Casey Griffiths and Scott Woodward’s vlog, which—as always—offered an excellent outline of the historical context and doctrinal material. I learned so much through their presentation. However, some historical events they discussed can be challenging to process. The early Church was full of real people with real flaws, and some of the stories from this period can feel unsettling and uncomfortable. They may even prompt questions about the credibility of certain early members or decisions made during that time.
If you find yourself wrestling with those concerns, I want to offer a few reflections that have helped me:
The Lord works with imperfect people—because that’s all He has to work with. The early Saints, like us, were learning, growing, and sometimes stumbling along the covenant path.
Notice how the Lord speaks to these individuals in the revelations. He is firm when needed, but overwhelmingly compassionate, patient, and encouraging. He meets them where they are, while gently guiding them toward what they can become, especially when they are sincere and genuinely trying to do their best.
That same patience and hope applies to us. If the Lord could shape and sanctify such a diverse and flawed group of people such as the early Saints and Israelites, what might He be able to do with us—if we are humble, teachable, and willing to follow?
While studying the many challenges faced by the early Saints, one theme stands out with increasing relevance: many were led astray by deceptive and confusing doctrines and practices. Although some of these struggles may seem unusual or even bizarre from a modern perspective, they are far less distant than they appear. The methods have evolved, but the dangers remain strikingly familiar.
Today, with the rise of social media, we’re experiencing a modern echo of those same issues. Over the years, I’ve had numerous good people reach out to me—often friends familiar with my work—sharing videos, articles, and podcasts. Many have asked for my thoughts or clarification on these materials. Some of the content has been genuinely insightful. Others, however, raise serious red flags.
Across the more concerning examples, certain patterns tend to emerge. These sources often claim access to prophetic secrets, announce sensational archaeological discoveries, or offer speculative timelines about the Second Coming—sometimes involving astrology or other questionable mediums. Frequently, these messages weave LDS language and doctrine together with manipulated interpretations of Hebrew words or scripture, cloaking spiritual speculation in the guise of sacred scholarship.
At first glance, these messages can seem persuasive—especially to those who haven’t been critically exposed to these topics. They often tell people what they want to hear, confirm what they already believe, and—whether intentionally or not—exploit common spiritual and intellectual vulnerabilities. Gaps in language familiarity, historical understanding, or cultural context can be easily manipulated.
Some of this misinformation is intentional. These are carefully crafted counterfeits, designed to confuse and manipulate. Other times, it stems from genuine misunderstanding or lack of access to reliable sources. Often, the people behind such content are well-meaning. But they tend to have just enough knowledge to sound credible—and just enough error to be spiritually dangerous. That’s what makes these messages so difficult to detect, and why spiritual discernment is more essential now than ever.
These are the very same traps the early Saints encountered—and they are traps we, too, can fall into if we are not vigilant. That’s why it’s so important to check and recheck our sources, to engage in diligent study, and to use trustworthy tools and frameworks. But even more than that, we must rely on the Holy Spirit—our most dependable source of truth. Otherwise, we risk falling into the same speculative theology and doctrinal confusion that disrupted the earliest efforts to build Zion.
This is part of the reason I go to such lengths to cite my sources and document my work. I recognize that I, too, am vulnerable to well-intentioned mistakes. And when those happen, I want to be accountable, to correct them transparently, and to help others do the same. This work isn’t meant to be done alone—it takes a village. There is so much to uncover and understand, and each of us brings unique and vital gifts and perspectives to the task.
While our platforms today may be new—videos, podcasts, reels, and polished blogs—the confusion that misinformation creates is just as real, and the spiritual risks are just as serious. That’s why the Lord’s counsel in Doctrine and Covenants 52 is so timely and so important.
In the midst of all this noise, the Lord offers us clarity: a pattern—a divine framework for discernment.
This pattern can anchor us in truth. It can help us recognize His voice amid a thousand competing narratives. And now, more than ever, it’s worth taking a closer look at what that pattern is—and how we can faithfully apply it in our lives.
Learning to Discern: Patterns, Conflicting Traditions, and the Lord's Voice
In this week’s study, we face a flood of materials, names, travel assignments, and doctrinal instructions. It can feel overwhelming. So, let’s step back and focus on a few powerful themes that help us make sense of why this section matters, both in the context of Church history and in our personal discipleship today.
The Restoration Solution: Learn to Discern
This week's revelation doesn’t just send missionaries out—it teaches them (and us) how to discern truth from error. It’s a continuation of what we learned in D&C 50 and ties beautifully with the PaRDeS model of interpretation we discussed in previous lessons:
Peshat – Plain, simple meaning
Remez – Hint or reminder
Derash – Comparative or analytical exploration
Sod – Revelation, unveiling the hidden or sacred mysteries
In D&C 52:14–19, the Lord outlines the pashat layer of his council, providing a clear and basic pattern for how we can "know/discern the spirits":
Sincere and contrite prayer, paired with diligent obedience to ordinances and covenants
Speech that is honest, sincere, meek, modest, and edifying
Diligent Labor through Consecrated Action that Builds the Kingdom
Fruits that model and teach about God's Pattern of praise and wisdom, consistent with previously revealed truth
This pattern becomes the standard for spiritual integrity and discernment. The Lord says, "By this pattern ye shall know the spirits in all cases under the whole heavens."
A Deeper Look, "Pattern"
Let’s explore these concepts using the single term "pattern," using the tools we have acquired:
Peshat (Plain): In context with our study, the Lord has provided us a model, outlining a list of behaviors—prayer, speech, action, and fruit—that guide us toward spiritual truth.
Remez (Reminder): In the PaRDeS model, the word "pattern" can be recognized as a "hint," a token word that might remind us of other patterns we have encountered in scripture. One of the most notable is found in the Bible, when Jehovah taught Moses on Mount Sinai. During this encounter, Jehovah revealed His divine pattern for building the Tabernacle (Exodus 25:9). This pattern was intentional, precise, and symbolic, and it became the basis for Israelite worship and temple practice, as it patterned the organization and creation of the world itself. This is especially significant in this section because the Lord is once again preparing the Saints to build a Temple, which was also based on His divine pattern.
Derash (Comparative Exploration): Once we have our "hint," the next step is to ask questions and explore this term in more detail. This is where PaRDeS invites us to dig, compare, and explore. You might think of this as the "treasure hunt" part of scripture study, and this is where things get fun:
Some questions we might ask:
How is the word pattern used elsewhere in scripture?
What is its etymology or root meaning?
How would this word be expressed in Biblical Hebrew or Koine Greek?
Are there any interesting literary features—like parallelism, wordplay, or symbolism?
How have ancient and modern prophets expanded on this idea?
How does this word connect with other covenantal or temple imagery?
Midrashic Investigation "Pattern"
Before we dive into our word study on “pattern,” I’d like to briefly walk you through how I typically approach a midrashic investigation in my own scripture study. Obviously, this isn’t the only way to do it, but it’s a method I’ve found to be both meaningful and fruitful. Think of this process as a spiritual and intellectual investigation, detective work—a layered exploration that blends word study, scripture cross-referencing, historical inquiry, and Spirit-led reflection.
1. Begin with the Words Themselves
I usually start with a word study. I consult dictionaries, lexicons, and concordances to better understand a word’s definition—first in English, then in Latin, Hebrew, and Greek where applicable. I also look at how the word appears across different passages of scripture, paying attention to how its meaning shifts depending on the time period, culture, and context.
Often, this opens up etymological insights—revealing the genealogy of a word, and how it evolved over time or how related words might enhance or contrast its meaning. This becomes a foundation for deeper exploration. Resources that I typically use for this include:
Scripture Notes (handy for LDS Scripture, free and paid subscriptions available)
Blue Letter Bible (free, a well-organized and robust platform for looking up Hebrew and Greek terms, includes public domain concordances and an interlinear Bible with multiple translations. This source is very helpful for word morphology, helping one to parse out the functions of different words within the texts.)
Logos (this is a paid program that allows the user to access more updated books that are not public domain. The program offers many helpful features, but there is a learning curve to figuring out how to utilize it. This would be something for more advanced students.)
Sepharia (This is a compilation of Jewish records, including the Targum, Mishna, Talmud, in addition to Multiple Hebrew dictionaries and resources.)
Logeion (This is a fantastic etymological tool for Ancient Greek and Latin.)
Paalim (This is a Modern Hebrew conjugation tool, but it is very helpful for identifying how root structures are organized and utilized)
Webster's 1828 Dictionary (This is a dictionary from the time period of Joseph Smith, giving us a snapshot of how words were used and interpreted at the time when the Book of Mormon was translated)
2LetterLookup (This is an Aramaic and Hebrew tool that helps users to easily find words if they do not know how it is spelled, or they want to find the Strong's number to look up in a concordance.
Wiktionary (on occasion, with caution, used only as a springboard—not a final source, as this is not always reliable. However, it is very helpful to find source links. It will also format unfamiliar terms for use in other tools; this is especially useful if you don't have foreign language keyboards installed on your computer. This will allow the user to simply copy and paste a word into another, more reliable, search engine like Sepharia or Lexilogos, and this is especially helpful for languages like Arabic, Sanskrit, and such.)
One particularly helpful tool—especially for beginners—is the Strong’s Number system. Developed in the late 1800s by James Strong, it assigns a number to each unique Hebrew and Greek word in the Bible. This allows you to trace where that word appears throughout scripture, even when it’s translated into different English terms.
Years ago, I used to look up every word manually—painstaking but rewarding work. Now, with AI and searchable platforms, the process is much faster. You can even enter a prompt into your study tool or AI chat, asking for a Strong’s number with a definition and link. But use caution! AI, like Wiktionary, is only as good as the sources it draws from. Always verify. Always double-check. AI can sound confident while being completely wrong.
2. Explore Connections and Patterns
Once I have compiled my word studies and have had an opportunity to grasp the core meanings, I start looking for patterns—stories, doctrines, symbols, and scriptural teachings that relate to the concept I’m studying. The concordances are very helpful for this because they list every time a word is used in the Bible, unfortunately the Book of Mormon's concordance is not as robust, but the Scripture Notes app is really good at this, and for this type of study, it is more comprehensivel than the Gospel Library, pulling information from all of the Standard Works and allowing the user to easily integrate additional tools, like BlueLetterBible and the 1828 Dictionary, so I use that a lot. Some of the questions I ask include:
Where else is this idea or word reflected in the scriptures?
Are there recurring themes or structures that show up across different books, dispensations, or cultures?
What are the common themes and contexts that thread through these examples, if any?
How do prophets (ancient and modern) use this word or image?
This is where the brainstorming begins, and the questions will vary depending on the nature of the content. Sometimes I uncover strong threads that open doors to fresh insights. Other times, I follow a path that seems interesting but doesn’t lead anywhere—at least not yet. I’ve learned to be okay with that. This part of the process is iterative and open-ended. Some discoveries are immediate; others take time to unfold and may not make sense until more information presents itself.
3. Evaluate, Sort, and Cross-Check
Next, I move into sorting mode. I begin organizing my notes, asking:
Which threads are strong and well-supported?
Which ideas are still too fuzzy to be useful?
Which ideas are still developing or need more research?
Which threads may not apply right now, but are worth bookmarking for later?
Frequently, I will need to pause and do further study—diving into grammatical questions, historical context, cultural background, or prophetic commentary. I’ve come to think of this step as building a mental library. Even if something doesn’t fit now, it often becomes relevant later. In my experience, no sincere insight is wasted. I have recently started to use Obsidian to keep track of my notes and insights, and with tools like Claud and MCPs, I am excited about how these technologies will be able to help me in the future. (Claude + Obsidian = Building Your Personal AI Ecosystem (MCP Servers))
4. Discernment and Alignment
Finally, I step back and enter a phase of spiritual discernment. I ask:
Do my conclusions and insights align with revealed truth?
Have I considered trusted voices—prophets, apostles, and faithful scholars—who have studied these things before me?
Am I allowing the Spirit to confirm what I’ve found, and am I allowing him to direct me into the things that challenge me to think deeper?
This phase is critical. Scripture study isn’t just academic, and it isn't static—it’s fluid, and it is developing constantly. Answers rarely come all at once, and some of my biggest insights don't come at my desk. Frequently, something that I hear in a podcast, a class, or a conversation will trigger a connection. Sometimes, a thought comes as I am lying in bed trying to go to sleep, or it will be there when I wake up. My goal is to always be ready to receive revelation and to align with truth. I am not interested in chasing novel fads or forcing clever connections. I want my learning to be both intellectually sound and spiritually grounded.
This process continues to evolve as I learn and grow—and it has deepened my love for scripture, helping me to see and recognize recurring divine patterns woven throughout the Word of God.
Now, let’s take this approach and apply it directly to a real example—the word “pattern” in Doctrine and Covenants 52:14–19.
Midrashic Word Study Example: “Pattern” (תַּבְנִית – Tavnit)
Based on Doctrine and Covenants 52:14–19
I. Terms
English and Latin Foundations
Pattern in English refers to a model, outline, or blueprint. Interestingly, it shares a linguistic root with the word patron—a protector or advocate. Both terms derive from the Latin patronus, which in turn comes from pater, meaning father. This already suggests that a true pattern is not merely structural—it has a purpose, its protective, nurturing, and developmental, like a father’s care and support.
This has Christological resonance: It reminds us of Christ as our advocate, model, and protector.
Greek & Hebrew Term
What is the general concept of these words?
How do contextual examples help us to interpret what the words mean and how it is being used?
What insight does the Book of Mormon offer, and can it help us to clarify the Biblical interpretations?
II. Hebrew Root and Grammatical Structure
The Hebrew word תַּבְנִית (tavnit) is often translated as pattern, form, or blueprint. It appears in sacred contexts such as:
The divine instructions for the Tabernacle (Exodus 25:9)
Solomon’s Temple plans (1 Chronicles 28:11–12)
Warnings against idolatrous imitations of divine patterns
Breaking down the term tavnit midrashically can offer additional insight. In Hebrew, names and words are often rich with layered meaning, and scholars and sages frequently analyze them from multiple angles to uncover deeper context. Hebrew functions as a language of formulas, a language of patterns—built around a highly structured and symbolic grammatical system.
Most Hebrew words, whether verbs, nouns, or otherwise, are derived from a three-letter root, or radical. These roots are called shoreshim in Aramaic and are placed into specific grammatical patterns—through the use of prefixes, suffixes, and various prescribed vowel structures. These formulas indicate how the root functions and how it should be interpreted. These patterns help to indicate whether a word is a noun or a verb, masculine or feminine, singular or plural, active, passive, or reflexive. They can also reveal whether a term is a compound word or even an acronym. In this way, Hebrew offers meaning and a structural roadmap for interpretation and understanding.
Word Breakdown תַּבְנִית
1. Grammatical Structure
Root: ב־נ־ה (B–N–H) – from the same radical as the verb “to build” (בָּנָה banah)
Form: Feminine noun
Prefix: תַּ (tav) – often marks abstract nouns or feminine forms
Suffix: ית (-it) – standard feminine noun ending, sometimes used to indicate a diminutive form, such as a pattern or model that is used to teach or guide.
Literal Sense: “That which is built” or “a constructed form”
The תַּ___ִית structure of this word is rather interesting. This formation of the two tavs on both ends literally "wraps around" the root, highlighting the core meaning and purpose of the message, creating a type of structural embrace around the Hebrew root with the two tavs acting like symbolic "bookends," and this is evident in other words that use this pattern as well:
Other words that follow the תַּ + ית pattern include:
Word | Meaning | Root | Concept |
Takhlit תַּכְלִית | purpose, completion, perfection | to complete a course, to be prepared, to come to an end, to be perfected | |
Tarbit תַּרְבִּית | increase, profit, multiplication | increase, multiply, to become great (same root as Rabbi) | |
Tokhnit תַּכְנִית | plan, outline, foundation | root, support, to establish, plant, vineyard, base | |
Takhnit תַּחְנִית | framework, encampment, rest | to camp, pitch a tent, abide, rest | |
Takhlit תַּחְלִית | beginning or commencement | (Forming a homiletic pair with the previously mentioned תַּכְלִית (takhlit) (end/purpose) |
When researching words that follow this תַּ___ִית pattern, I was also reminded of the tallit, the Jewish prayer shawl that wraps around a person in prayer. However, talit is spelled טַלִּית, with a Tet instead of a Tav. Therefore, while these words sound the same, they come from different roots. In fact, Talit is borrowed from a Greek term, στολή, which means garment, robe, and armament, which is interesting, especially in light of this context.
In Hebrew, homonyms (words that sound the same but are spelled differently) are frequently used as word plays to remind the reader of symbolic associations. While the word talit comes from Greek origins, the concept is undoubtedly evident in the Old Testament, with the tzitzit strings (fringes) that the Israelites were instructed to wear as part of their covenant clothing, (Numbers 15:38-39, Deuteronomy 22:12) These strings or tassels were affixed to the four corners of their garments. They were woven with blue threads, which were made with tikhelet dyes, and once again we see the תַּ___ִית pattern, and our terminology comes full circle with the כָּלָה k-l-h root, which means to complete a course, to be prepared, to come to an end, and to be perfected.
When I think of the tzitzi strings in this context, I often think of the tassels that graduates will move from one side to the other, marking the completion of their respective courses. I also think of the hem of the Savior's garment, which the woman with the issue of blood reached out for, demonstrating her faith in His power to heal and make her whole.
This leads us to a symbolic exploration of the word תַּבְנִית. By examining this term through a symbolic lens, we can continue our midrashic investigation—unpacking the possible internal meanings, imagery, and covenantal messages embedded in its letters and structure.
Tav (תּ): The Covenant Mark
Ancient Symbol: In the earliest form of the Hebrew alphabet, two crossed lines (𐤕), resembling an “X” or a lowercase “t”, were used to depict the letter Tav. This is the last letter of the Hebrew Alphabet, and as such, it is used symbolically to represent the end goal and its completion. This changed with the Greek alphabet, and the letter Omega became the last letter (derived from the Hebrew letter Ayin into the omicron "little o" and Omega "big O". In the Roman alphabet, the letter Z became the final letter, derived from Zayin, the seventh letter of the Hebrew alphabet, which, in Hebrew, sits where the Latin G resides.
The development of later alphabets, including Greek and Latin, was not an isolated phenomenon—earlier Semitic scripts heavily influenced them. For nearly a thousand years, the ancient Israelites and Phoenicians shared versions of the Proto-Sinaitic alphabet, a script that eventually evolved into an early form of Hebrew, used by the Phoenicians and Israelites throughout the First Temple period.
Around 500 BCE, during the reign of King Darius of Persia, the Hebrew script underwent a major transformation. The Jews began using the Imperial Aramaic script, the official script of the Persian Empire. This became the foundation for what is now called the "square" Hebrew script, or Ketav Ashuri (אֲשׁוּרִי), meaning “Assyrian script”—reflecting its geographic and political influences.
This shift marked a significant point in the history of written Hebrew. The older script—often referred to as Ktav Ivri or Paleo-Hebrew—is what many scholars believe was used in the days of Moses, King David, and likely Lehi. Many Latter-day Saint scholars have suggested that this earlier alphabetic tradition may have influenced the writing system known as “Reformed Egyptian” (as mentioned in the Book of Mormon). Rather than using full Egyptian hieroglyphs—which were complex and reserved for the elite—these early Semitic scribes likely adapted and simplified the script into a phonetic system that could be more easily taught and understood by ordinary people.
Thanks to the Phoenicians’ expansive trading networks, their alphabet spread widely across the ancient Mediterranean world. As it moved westward, it was adopted and adapted by various cultures, most notably the Greeks and later the Etruscans. These languages required adjustments to the original Semitic script, particularly the introduction of a systematic representation of vowels—something largely unnecessary in Semitic languages due to their root-based structure and patterned morphology.
The Greek alphabet, with its vowel notation, became a distinct and enduring script that evolved into its modern form. The Etruscans further adapted the Greek script to suit their own linguistic needs, and from there, it was refined into the Latin alphabet—the writing system that forms the basis of most Western languages still in use today.
Several scholars suggest the ancient Tav character (𐤕) was the likely precursor to the Greek letter Chi (Χχ), a combination of the ancient letter form and the pronunciation of the Hebrew "Chet," which the Greeks adopted from the Phoenician aleph-beyt (see Chaim Sunitsky).
Chi is the first letter in Christos (Χριστός), the Greek name for Christ, and by the 3rd century, the Chi-Rho (☧) monogram was used among early Christians to represent the name and power of Christ. In Hebrew, the word Chi means "living" and Rosh (the Greek Rho) means "head."
During the Middle Ages, the X symbol became a common shorthand for signing legal documents, especially among Christians, as this symbol was associated with honor and integrity—this is a traditional practice that still carries over today. Hence, “X marks the spot” has deep historical and theological resonance.
Meaning:
In Hebrew, the letter Tav (ת) is often translated as “mark,” “sign,” or “seal”—most notably in Ezekiel 9:4, where Tav represents a protective mark placed on the foreheads of the righteous. However, like many ancient symbols, Tav can also carry opposite connotations, at times representing judgment, danger, or death. This reflects a foundational principle embedded in Hebraic symbolism: the idea of “opposition in all things.”
In ancient thought, each symbol conveyed a core concept, but its meaning could shift depending on context—ranging across a spectrum of interpretation from blessing to curse, protection to peril. Understanding a symbol’s intended meaning requires more than simple translation; it demands contextual insight, literary awareness, and often cultural and covenantal understanding.
While I don’t have space to unpack that full framework in this lesson, I’m currently preparing materials that will explore these interpretive principles in greater depth—especially as we move into our Old Testament studies next year. So stay tuned!
In the ancient Hebrew pictographic script, Tav was formed from two intersecting vavs (ו)—a letter that looks like two hooks or nails intersecting.
The Symbolism of Vav (ו)
In Hebrew, the word Vav literally means “hook” and is frequently used as a conjunction, often translated as “and.”
In the Tabernacle and Temple, vavim (hooks) were used to hang the veils to the ceiling—physically connecting the sacred space that represented heaven and earth (see Exodus 26:32–33).
Vav symbolizes connection, union, and continuation—joining separate parts into a unified whole.
Visually, the ancient vav resembled a Y or a peg, reinforcing its function as something that binds or links, like a tent peg or stake, the ball and hitch of a train, or joints of a body. It also carries implications of addition, promise, and the opposite, division and separation—much like the symbols used in mathematics (+, -, ÷, %, /). These denote the distinction of relational parts. This symbol can also represent a vow, essentially one's word or a sacred promise, as our word is our bond.
When two vavs are joined together—as in the form of Tav—they represent a two-way promise: a covenant or contract between two or more entities. This makes Tav the ultimate symbol of a covenantal relationship.
The Cross and the Covenant
This symbolic crossing—forming the shape of a cross—naturally points Christian readers to the Savior. Christ fulfilled His portion of the covenant on the cross of Calvary, satisfying the demands of justice and opening the way for mercy to flow to mankind under the conditions of His law. In that sense, the Tav not only represents a contract—but also the culmination of the contract that was made in the Pre-existance through the fulfillment of Christ's Atonement... εἰς τοῦτο γεγέννημαι ...to this end was I born (John 18:37).
Now that we have examined some aspects of Tav symbolism, our next step is to examine that which is framed in between the Tavs, and this word is
Beni בְּנִי (Beni):
From the root: ־נ־ה (B–N–H) "to build"
Also, the root for בֵּן (ben) – “son” or “child”
In the form of beni בְּנִי – meaning “my son,” “my child,” or "my children"
Together, Tav–Beni–Tav might be interpreted midrashically as: “My child, wrapped in the covenant,”or “The one I am building and sealing within the covenant.”
This interpretation is beautifully consistent with the temple purpose and context of tavnit in Exodus—where Moses is commanded to build the tabernacle according to the pattern shown on the mount. This is not just a structure—it’s a divine teaching tool and a seal of protection, symbolizing the sacred relationship between God and His covenant children.
Sod (Mystery): In the temple (ancient and modern), covenantal robes symbolize being spiritually clothed, wrapped, and embraced in God's divine pattern of redemption. In this lens, a “pattern” is not just a plan—it is an identity, the way to eternal life and exultation, a relationship, a bond, and a sacred covering of protection and grace.
Bringing It Together
The Saints were confused because they were bringing centuries of conflicting traditions to the table. The Lord, in His mercy, gave them—and gives us—a pattern. This pattern helps us:
Filter the voices around us
Recognize the fruits of truth
Return to sacred sources
And remember who we are: Children of the covenant
Just as Joseph Smith went to the source, we too can seek early texts, study original languages, and use the tools we’ve been given—concordances, interlinear translations, covenants, ordinances, ancient and modern revelation, and the companionship of the Holy Ghost—to deepen our understanding.
Let us walk the covenant path with clarity, not confusion, trusting the Lord’s pattern to guide us forward.
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