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Going Deeper

Old handwritten manuscripts and ledgers open on an archive table under a brass lamp

These are real questions, and they deserve real answers. Some topics in Church history are complex. The Church has published detailed essays, approved by the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve, so members can study them openly.

Take your time. Read with a parent or leader if you can. It’s okay to have questions and keep believing while you look for answers. Full Ready Always answers for these topics, with all four layers, are coming next.

Why are there different accounts of the First Vision?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

How was the Book of Mormon translated?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

What about the Book of Mormon and DNA?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

Where did the Book of Abraham come from?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

Why weren’t Black members allowed to hold the priesthood until 1978?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

What happened at Mountain Meadows and other conflicts?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

What did Joseph Smith teach about women, priesthood and temples?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

Do you believe people can become like God?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

Do you believe in a Mother in Heaven?Full answer coming

Start with the Church’s Gospel Topics Essay

All essays: Gospel Topics Essays ↗ · Is it bad to have questions?