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What Are Temple Dedications?
July 2024


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What Are Temple Dedications?

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Illustrations by Rachel Erickson

When a new temple is finished, a prophet or apostle says an important prayer to dedicate, or bless, the temple. This prayer sets the temple apart to be a holy place where we can do God’s work. Prophets have promised that hundreds of temples will be dedicated to the Lord.

Managua Nicaragua Temple

  • This will be the first temple in Nicaragua.

  • In 2012 Elder Russell M. Nelson visited Nicaragua and urged the people to prepare for a temple. He said, “I promise you that when you are ready, the Lord will do His part so that you have a temple” (see Liahona, June 2012, 77).

Singapore Temple

  • This will be the first temple in the Republic of Singapore.

  • In 2000, the prophet invited Church members in Singapore to get ready for a temple.

  • Until it is finished, members must travel to the Philippines to attend the temple.