Name: The Authority Held by the Twelve
Uploaded: 2026-02-09T03:37:35.690907143Z
Duration: 1970-01-01T00:00:23.790Z
Description: The Apostles hold the priesthood keys to govern the affairs of the church.

The Apostles hold the priesthood keys to govern the affairs of the church.

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The Authority Held by the Twelve

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Joseph Smith kneeling on one knee and holding the gold plates as he looks up at the angel Moroni, who has appeared to him. Foreground and background depict plant and tree foliage.

Joseph Smith receiving the plates

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