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Why have human beings always built temples? What do sacred spaces—whether ancient ziggurats, Solomon’s Temple, or modern Latter-day Saint temples—tell us about our place in the universe?

In this very first episode of a new, ongoing series here at Covenant Origins, we explore the deep theological, historical, and symbolic importance of temples across the ancient Near East and in modern LDS worship. Drawing from Latter-day Saint scripture, peer-reviewed scholarship, and ancient temple typology, this video reveals how temples serve as bridges between heaven and earth—and why they still matter today.

🔎 What you’ll learn in this video:

The origins of temple worship in the Garden of Eden

Shared temple motifs across ancient Israel, Egypt, and Mesopotamia

How Latter-day Saint temples continue ancient patterns of sacred space

Why temples are central to covenant, priesthood, and spiritual transformation

Whether you're a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a religious studies enthusiast, or simply curious about the purpose of temples, this video offers a compelling introduction to the sacred spaces that shape divine-human relationships.


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