Here are some interesting facts about temples without angel Moroni statues and a look at the current renderings for new temples.
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On June 14, the Church’s Philippines Facebook page shared photos of an angel Moroni statue being hoisted atop the Urdanteta Philippines Temple.
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For the lucky few who were able to watch the angel Moroni statue installation on the Layton Utah Temple, it was a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
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The angel Moroni statue is an easily recognizable feature on top of temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A reminder of the Restoration, the statue is a way for Latter-day Saints to celebrate a temple’s completion. But did you know that not all angel Moroni statues have looked the same over the years? Church News recently spoke with Emily Utt, historic sites curator for the Church History Department, to learn about the history of the statue and how it has changed.
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The angel Moroni statue that sits atop the Nauvoo Temple was replaced on Tuesday due to damage from a lightning strike that had occurred during the summer, according to a report from KSL. After the strike, much of the gold leafing from the statue was peeled away and a piece of the trumpet had been blown off. But that’s not the first time a temple has been struck by lightning.
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Why did Angel Moroni drop down a 73-foot ramp, jump a 50-foot gap, and land a triple tailwhip on a 27-foot high quarter pipe last month?
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Sick and tired of being a witch, a hobo, or a toilet-paper mummy for Halloween five years in a row? Still looking for that great Halloween costume that will turn the heads of your fellow ward members? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
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Thanks to Deseret News for making us aware of this story.
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There are 10 temples that do not have an angel Moroni (including the new Paris France Temple), but the Salt Lake Temple isn't one of them.
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After being closed for two years for extensive renovation, the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple is getting ready for an open house set to begin April 22 and a rededication scheduled for June 4. As part of the renovation process, the 13-foot statue atop the temple was taken down to receive a coat of new gold paint on April 5, but on April 12, Moroni soared back to its perch atop the 153-foot temple. Check out this live video of the event from East Idaho News. Images from East Idaho News
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The Paris France Temple is unique and historic in many aspects. With itsdedication set for May of 2017, it will be the first LDS temple in France. It is also one of only two temples (Paris France and Tokyo Japan) where a traditional groundbreaking ceremony was never held.
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As a father, seminary teacher, and artist, Karl A. Quilter Sr. has impacted hundreds of lives through his faith and art. And though he passed away in November 2013 at age 84, his son shares some fun and touching memories of his father’s work and testimony—which still stand in the form of the angel Moroni statues atop temples across the world.
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What an interesting history to learn on the day the Golden Plates were delivered to Joseph Smith.
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After nearly 50 years of standing proudly above the Washington D.C. Temple, the angel Moroni has been removed from its crowning spot above the temple's six spires to undergo much-needed restoration.
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Crane operators and construction workers hoisted a stunning 13-foot-6-inch angel Moroni statue to the top of the Meridian Idaho Temple on July 20, 2016.
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A 9-foot-tall, 300-pound angel Moroni statue soared above the Tucson Arizona Temple on Thursday while bystanders broke into a harmonized version of "The Spirit of God."
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During storms on May 22, a bolt of lightning struck the angel Moroni atop the Bountiful Utah Temple, taking off a part of the head and leaving a hole in its back.
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It turns out the angel Moroni statue on the Bountiful Utah Temple that just got struck by lightning wasn't such a rare occurrence after all. Learn more about temples struck by lightning by clicking the link below.
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During storms on Sunday afternoon, May 22, a bolt of lightning struck the angel Moroni atop the Bountiful Utah Temple, taking off a part of the head and leaving a hole in its back.
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The Angel Moroni is arguably the most recognizable symbol of Mormons in the world. It's rather fitting, given the important role Moroni played in the church's history. Perched atop nearly every LDS temple, the golden statue blows a trumpet outward, symbolic of the restored gospel being preached to all nations.
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East: the direction of the rising sun; a symbol of the resurrection as well as the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; a sign of renewal and rebirth and new life. There are many reasons why east is a strong symbol for Latter-day Saints and for all cultures.
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Check out these stunning pictures of the new angel Moroni statue on the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Temple. What a beautiful addition to the city's skyline!
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Latter-day Saints in Connecticut are watching closely the construction progress of that state’s first Mormon temple.
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MR says: Did you know there are 8 different designs of the Angel Moroni on LDS temples? And did you know the Paris, France temple won't have an Angel Moroni placed on it? Read on to find out why. And to learn more fascinating facts, check out 10 Things You Didn't Know About the Angel Moroni Statue.
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