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Why Do We Call the Temple the House of the Lord?
August 2024


“Why Do We Call the Temple the House of the Lord?” Friend, August 2024, 22.

Temple Cards

Why Do We Call the Temple the House of the Lord?

Cut-out cards of temples

Illustrations by Rachel Erickson

Every temple has the words “The House of the Lord” near the entrance. The temple is the Lord’s house on earth, and it is filled with His power. Prophets have promised that the Lord will bring us miracles when we make the temple an important part of our life.

Caracas Venezuela Temple

  • The Caracas Venezuela Temple was the 96th operating temple.

  • This was the very first temple in Venezuela!

  • The temple took just over a year and a half to build.

Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple

  • Elder Neil L. Andersen dedicated the grounds in the country’s official language, French.

  • This will be the seventh temple built in Africa!

  • Some Primary children helped with the groundbreaking ceremony.