The Word of Wisdom is God’s code of health. It warns against alcohol, tobacco, coffee, tea, recreational drugs. It promises physical strength and spiritual blessings such as happiness and wisdom.

Word of Wisdom: What is it?

The Word of Wisdom

Historians Kate Holbrook and Steven C. Harper discuss the "Word of Wisdom." They discuss how understanding and practices developed over time and what the significance of the Word of Wisdom is today.

The Word of Wisdom: Development and Practice

A man describes his commitment to follow God's commandment to care for the body He has given us.

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Word of Wisdom

President Monson testifies of the blessings that come as we obey the Word of Wisdom.

Principles and Promises

(Daniel 1) President Packer teaches that the obedience to the word of wisdom is vital to receive revelation.

Word of Wisdom Leads to Revelation

Students discuss the relationship between the larger anti-alcohol temperance movement and the Word of Wisdom.

The Word of Wisdom and the Temperance Movement

Students talk through what they've learned about how interpretations of the Word of Wisdom have changed over time.

The Word of Wisdom: Change Over Time

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