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The Dangers of Priestcraft

… be examples of cleanliness in this area. The Dangers of Priestcraft There are a number of other hazards that may be … much under that title. There are particular pitfalls with priestcrafts to which we as paid professionals are most …

The Hazards of Being a Religious Educator

… let us work together to avoid the hazard of complacency. Priestcrafts Priestcrafts are another occupational hazard … gain and praise of the world. I think the second type of priestcraft that Nephi identified, that of setting oneself up …

Dealing with Opposition to the Church

… judgment, Alma said, “Behold, this is the first time that priestcraft has been introduced among this people. And … engaged, in a greater or lesser degree, in the practice of priestcrafts. (593) Nehor was put to death for his crimes, …

Oliver Cowdery's Correspondence with Joseph Smith

… you in the name of God to erase those words, that no priestcraft be amongst us.” [25] Understanding the meaning of priestcraft is crucial to comprehending why this letter was …

Zion Gained and Lost: Fourth Nephi as the Quintessential Model

… may be associated with the aims and goals of practicing of priestcraft as described in 2 Nephi 26:29: “Priestcrafts are that men preach and set themselves up for a …

Priesthood in Mosiah

… been entirely positive. For example, Jacob predicts that “priestcrafts and iniquities . . . at Jerusalem” will lead to … crucifixion of the Savior (2 Nephi 10:5). Nephi defines “priestcraft” as “that men preach and set themselves up for a …

Priesthood in Mosiah

… been entirely positive. For example, Jacob predicts that “priestcrafts and iniquities . . . at Jerusalem” will lead to … crucifixion of the Savior (2 Nephi 10:5). Nephi defines “priestcraft” as “that men preach and set themselves up for a …

Educating for Eternity: Key Principles Governing True Teaching

… as a religious educator, including guidance on pride, priestcraft, and the proficiency required of a religious … educate, not just for time but also for eternity. Pride, Priestcrafts, and Proficiency Throughout my educational …

Come to Understanding and Learn Doctrine

… The third doctrine relates to the second one. It was the priestcrafts and iniquities among the Jews that caused Christ’s crucifixion (2 Nephi 10:5). The term priestcraft is not used in the Bible. It may have been …

The Book of Alma as a Prototype for Teaching the Word of God

… problems seem to have stemmed from the false doctrines and priestcraft of Nehor, no government solution was able to … truth. Those who seek to popularize themselves practice priestcraft as Nehor did. Because they do not control the …