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The Proclamation, line by line
Every paragraph opened up phrase by phrase — the scriptures, scholarship, stories, and resources behind each line. Built for teachers, and anyone preparing a lesson.
1,166 resources across nine paragraphs
Preamble
Why Was The Family Proclamation Given?
Throughout history, the Lord has called prophets to reaffirm eternal truths during times of uncertainty. As confusion about the family increased throughout the world, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles issued The Family: A Proclamation to the World to provide a clear witness of God's plan for His children and the central role of the family in that plan.
12 scriptures4 scholarship2 stories
Paragraph 1
Marriage & Family
Marriage between man and woman is ordained of God, and the family is central to His plan.
88 scriptures8 scholarship12 stories20 resources
Paragraph 2
Eternal Identity and Purpose
All human beings — male and female — are created in the image of God, with eternal identity and purpose.
62 scriptures15 scholarship15 stories8 resources
Paragraph 3
The Eternal Family in God's Plan
God’s plan of happiness provides a path for His children to gain bodies, progress toward eternal life, and be united with their families forever through sacred covenants in temples.
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Paragraph 4
God's Design for Sexual Intimacy & Having Children
Marriage and parenthood are divine gifts in God’s plan, and the sacred power to bring children into the world is entrusted to a husband and wife.
52 scriptures19 scholarship19 stories5 resources
Paragraph 5
Sanctity of Life
The creation of children is divinely appointed.
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Paragraph 6
Sacred Responsibilities & Divine Accountability
Husbands and wives are entrusted with the sacred blessing and responsibility of loving and teaching their children
33 scriptures14 scholarship8 stories1 resources
Paragraph 7
Marriage, Children & the Roles of Mothers and Fathers
Marriage and family are central to God’s eternal plan and family happiness is built in Jesus Christ, covenants, and the loving responsibilities of fathers and mothers.
160 scriptures81 scholarship30 stories123 resources
Paragraph 8
Warnings About Chastity and Family Breakdown
Violating covenants of chastity and family responsibilities brings accountability before God, while the disintegration of the family leads to the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets.
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Paragraph 9
A Call to Action
Prophets call upon individuals and leaders to support efforts that protect and strengthen the family in society.
64 scriptures15 scholarship16 stories10 resources