Word of Wisdom

Excerpt from a 1977 General Conference address by Gordon B. Hinckley: 1 “The so-called Mormon code of health, widely praised in these days of cancer and heart research, is in reality a revelation given to Joseph Smith in 1833 as a “Word of Wisdom” from the Lord. (D&C 89:1.) In no conceivable way could it … Read more

A Little Brandy

Image: Wilford Woodruff, LDS Church President (1889-1898)[footnote]Wilford Woodruff – Wikipedia[/footnote] From Wilford Woodruff’s journal entry, June 9 1897[footnote]Journal of Wilford Woodruff[/footnote] June 9th I was quite restless all night. Felt chilly. Took a little Brandy sling and a cup of coffee, and slept some before daylight and until 9 am. when I ate breakfast, after which … Read more