The Word of Wisdom

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Joseph Smith teaching a group of men

Joseph Smith held meetings to teach people about the gospel. Sometimes the men smoked and chewed tobacco.

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Joseph and Emma Smith

This worried Emma Smith. The smoke and tobacco made a big mess, and something didn’t feel right about it. Emma and Joseph wondered how God felt about it.

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Joseph Smith praying

Joseph prayed, and the Lord answered. The Lord warned members of the Church about smoking and tobacco. He said they aren’t good for our bodies. He also warned them about drinking tea, coffee, and alcohol.

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vegetables

God said to eat fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods. We call these teachings the Word of Wisdom.

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girl eating

I can live the Word of Wisdom. Heavenly Father will bless me as I take care of my body.