How can I prepare to receive my endowment? What covenants will I make in the temple? How will I know if I’m ready? Temple scholar Alonzo Gaskill answers these questions and more in this long-awaited book. With thoughtful answers to your most burning questions while staying rooted in the scriptures and the words of prophets, this is a perfect resource for Saints of all ages—young men and women entering the temple for the first time, those who are seeking their endowment, and faithful Saints who already attend the temple regularly. Find answers to questions such as: How can I best prepare for what I will experience in the temple baptistry? Why do some people say that what they experienced in the temple was “weird”? What if I wasn’t fully honest in my temple recommend interview? I’ve heard that in the temple you get a “new name”—what is that about? Once I’ve received my endowment, what can I talk about outside of the temple?
Professor Alonzo L. Gaskill, PhD
Alonzo L. Gaskill was born and raised in Jackson County, Missouri. After two decades as an active member of the Greek Orthodox Church, he became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and later served a mission in England. Upon his return, he earned degrees in education, philosophy, theology, and biblical studies and began a career with the Church Educational System, teaching seminary for four years in southeastern Idaho. Since 2003, he has been a professor of world religions at Brigham Young University.
Dr. Gaskill has been married to his wife, Lori, since 1989. They have five children, and three grandchildren. They currently reside in Payson, Utah.
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