Baptism for the Dead See also Baptism; Temple; TG Baptism for the Dead no place yet on earth where Saints can be baptized for dead, D&C 124:29. baptisms for dead to be performed in the Lord’s house, D&C 124:33. the Lord’s instructions on baptism for dead, D&C 127:5–10. Joseph Smith’s teachings on baptism for dead, D&C 128. spirits of dead are taught vicarious baptism for remission of sins, D&C 138:33.