LDS Church Priesthood Organization Quiz

Study Notes

There are two priesthoods in the church: Melchizedek and Aaronic.
The Melchizedek Priesthood holds power and authority over all offices in the church.
The Aaronic Priesthood is an appendage to the Melchizedek Priesthood and has power in administering outward ordinances.
The bishopric is the presidency of the Aaronic Priesthood.
Three Presiding High Priests form a quorum of the Presidency of the Church for the Melchizedek Priesthood.
The Twelve Apostles form a quorum equal in authority and power to the three presidents of the Melchizedek Priesthood.
The Seventy are called to preach the gospel and act in the name of the Lord.
The standing high councils form a quorum equal in authority to the quorum of the presidency or traveling high council.
The order of the priesthood was confirmed to be handed down from father to son.
The priesthood order was instituted in the days of Adam and came down by lineage.
Adam called his righteous descendants to Adam-ondi-Ahman to give them his last blessing.
The Lord appeared to them and comforted Adam, calling him Michael, the prince, the archangel.
Adam predicted the future of his posterity.
The Twelve are responsible for ordaining and setting in order all other officers of the church.
The High Priesthood is the greatest of all.
A literal descendant of Aaron has a legal right to the presidency of the priesthood.
The Presidency of the High Priesthood and its counselors have the power to decide upon testimony according to the laws of the church.
The duty of a president over the office of a deacon is to preside over twelve deacons.
The duty of the President of the office of the High Priesthood is to preside over the whole church.
Every man should learn his duty and act in the office in which he is appointed with diligence.

Description

Test your knowledge of the LDS Church's priesthood organization with this informative quiz. From the two types of priesthood to the responsibilities of each quorum, this quiz covers it all. Learn about the hierarchy of the church and the roles of different leaders, including the bishopric and the Twelve Apostles. Discover the history of the priesthood, from its origins in the days of Adam to its current form. Whether you're a lifelong member or a curious newcomer, this quiz is a great way to deepen your understanding