Restored Nauvoo Temple District Dedicated

A renovated portion of Historic Nauvoo in Illinois is now available for in-person and virtual tours.
The Temple District of Nauvoo - the area near and inclusive of the Nauvoo Temple, which was first completed in 1846 and rebuilt in 2002 - was dedicated on Saturday, May 29, 2021, by Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The history of the early Church in Nauvoo comprises seven brief but seminal years (1839-1846) for the development of the faith’s temple-related doctrines, including the introduction of baptism for deceased ancestors and other temple ceremonies, the idea that family relationships can be eternal, and the sacrifice-saturated construction of the Nauvoo Temple.
“The sacrifices that were made to build this temple are among our greatest historical heritages,” Elder Cook said at the dedicatory ceremony. “I treasure the sacrifices and dedication of our faithful early members who worked closely with the Prophet Joseph Smith. Despite poverty and other challenges, it is inspiring to contemplate what they accomplished.”

[@congwang5291]

We are so greatful the nauvoo temple, this temple is very important to this dispensation , I'm so thankful prophet Joseph Smith and all poineer before us, because there might sacrifice, our daily life fulfill the blessing

[@OEVE_MORMON]

Sin duda es un lugar con historia en la Iglesia ⛪️, han realizado un gran trabajo allí, me encanta el templo y el entorno

[@leahwinn4056]

As one who grew up in Nauvoo, I have seen so many things change. Most for the good. They told us the temple would never be rebuilt because of the cost. Here it stands. Wonderful. Sacred place. Please do not let it become a circus. Don't fight with the locals. It took many years and good people to build a relationship with them. Keep everything calm and sacred and respectful.

[@cintiacastaneda8982]

Espero algún día conocer este templo ☺️🤍

[@justogabrielvisitacionhabs433]

😯

[@Donnie-Lee-Gringo]

Did the tour and the blessing cover the buildings and real Estate that are owned by Community of Christ?

[@terryslade6240]

As I understand it, the CofC sold their holdings in Nauvoo to the LDS church because they couldn't afford to keep it anymore.

[@Laguero]

​@@terryslade6240 That is a myth that's been around for many years and will not die.

[@josetoro4405]

why the inverted star? what’s the meaning of it?

[@Terminatorguy34]

The Star of the Morning, in this configuration, as it was used in the Temple of Solomon, it represents Christ.