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16-20
- When should we expect to see God in the temple (verse 16)? (See related links)
- Do we believe that God will dwell with us in a literal city here on earth (verse 19)?
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Previous editions.
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- D&C 97 was first published in __.
- D&C 97 was first included in the Doctrine & Covenants in the 18__ edition.
- The text of D&C 97 in significant editions of the Doctrine & Covenants can be found at: <NEED TO UPDATE REFERENCES>
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Related passages that interpret or shed light on D&C 90.
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Other resources.
- In reference to verses 15 and 16 Elder David B Haight explained that the promise to see God in the temple has been fulfilled for some literally. He also explains here though that seeing God can mean "coming to know [God], discerning Him, recognizing Him and His work, perceiving His importance, or coming to understand Him." (See "Temples and Work Therein" from the October 1990 General Conference.)
Verse 21
- Russell M. Nelson, "The Gathering of Scattered Israel," Ensign, Nov 2006, pp. 79–82.
- "Zion is wherever righteous Saints are. Publications, communications, and congregations are now such that nearly all members have access to the doctrines, keys, ordinances, and blessings of the gospel, regardless of their location. Spiritual security will always depend upon how one lives, not where one lives. Saints in every land have equal claim upon the blessings of the Lord."
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