Section 47 (1835 Doctrine and Covenants)

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Revelation to Joseph Smith jr. and John Whitmer, given March 8 1831.

1

Behold, it is expedient in me that my servant John should write and keep a regular history, and assist you, my servant Joseph, in transcribing all things which shall be given you, until he is called to further duties.

2

Again, verily I say unto you that he can also lift up his voice in meetings, whenever it shall be expedient.

3

And again, I say unto you that it shall be appointed unto him to keep the church record and history continually; for Oliver Cowdery I have appointed to another office. Wherefore, it shall be given him, inasmuch as he is faithful, by the Comforter, to write these things. Even so. Amen.

December 21, 2024
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