Pronunciation:
[Or-d-nun-s] (noun)
Example: The ordinance of marriage is performed
in God's temples.
Related Resources:
Articles
of Faith
Definition:
Sacred ceremonies needed to progress and fulfill
God's commandments. Can only be done with God's authority, the priesthood.
Related Terms
• Baptism
by Immersion
• Baptism
for the Dead
• Genealogy
• Priesthood
• Sacrament
• Temple
The fourth Article of Faith states what the first four principles and ordinances
of the gospel are.
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