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On February 9, in the life of Joseph Smith

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February 9, 1831	Kirtland, Ohio. Joseph Smith received Doctrine & Covenants 42, a revelation containing the law of the Lord to his Church, including the law of consecration and stewardship of property. Sources: History of the Church 1:148–54 Doctrine & Covenants 42
February 9, 1834	New Portage, Ohio. Joseph Smith attended a conference of high priests, elders, priests, teachers, and deacons at the house of Brother Kirlins. Sources: History of the Church 2:24–25
February 9, 1843	Nauvoo, Illinois. Joseph Smith received Doctrine & Covenants 129, a revelation about the nature of heavenly beings, stating that “there are two kinds of beings in heaven,” resurrected angels who have bodies of flesh and bones and “the spirits of just men made perfect.” Sources: History of the Church 5:267 Doctrine & Covenants 129

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