About Mormon Temples
Temples are places designed to be “set apart from the world,” thereby creating an atmosphere where God’s Spirit can have greater influence. Those members of the Mormon church who keep minimum standards of conduct and have a strong faith in Jesus Christ are allowed to enter the temple. This is similar to ancient temples, where only those who went through a process of purification were permitted into the inner courts of the temple. As in days gone by, those who have prepared to enter the templeóthose who meet the minimum standardsóare able to enter and receive the blessings available there. This concept was stated quite clearly by James Faust, a member of the Church’s First Presidency: The days our our lives will be greatly blessed as we frequent the temples to learn the transcending spiritual relations we have with Diety. We need to try harder to be found standing in holy places. [James E. Faust, "Standing in Holy Places," Ensign... Read the rest of this article »