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Definition: A building dedicated to the Lord for worship, and prayers. Sacred ordinances, such as marriage and baptisms for the dead, are performed here.

Also Known As: House of the Lord, House of God

Example: A man and woman were married in the temple for time and all eternity.

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Baptisms for the Dead
Find out why and how we are baptized for the dead in part four of this article on baptism.

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