St George Temple Utah
by Debby Pueschel
Title
St George Temple Utah
Artist
Debby Pueschel
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Photograph - Photograph
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We were able to go through the St George, Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Temple in St George, Utah during its open house.
Originally built The St. George Utah Temple was first dedicated on January 1, 1877. The temple closed on November 4, 2019, for a four-year renovation that encompassed the entire block.The structural integrity of the temple and foundation were reinforced, and all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems were upgraded. Historic beauty was restored in the architectural elements, ornate light fixtures, and tasteful decorating—all reflecting the original vision of the early Utah pioneers who built the temple. Full murals were brought back to the endowment rooms.
The original temple had very little decorative painting. A few areas of the temple, such as the celestial and sealing rooms, have gold leaf accenting. Some of the pews, wooden floor in the meeting room, were from the original building.
It was an honor AND an educational experience to go through this amazing house of worship.
Interesting facts:
The St. George Utah Temple is the longest operating temple of the Church and was the first built in Utah.
The St. George Utah Temple was originally named the St. George Temple.
The St. George Utah Temple is the first temple where endowments for the dead were performed.
The St. George Utah Temple is the only temple completed during Brigham Young's 30-year tenure as president of the Church. He purchased a winter home in the city and visited the temple site as often as possible during its construction. He gave frequent direction and stayed informed of the progress by telegram or letter when staying in Salt Lake City.
With a total of 18 sealing rooms, the St. George Utah Temple had more sealing rooms than any other temple until the renovation of the Salt Lake Temple in the 2020s.
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February 13th, 2024
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