the duty of the Saints towards their persecutors

According to the Doctrine and Covenants, particularly section 123, the duty of the Saints towards their persecutors is to document and record their sufferings and abuses, including the names of those involved, to gather evidence of the injustices done against them, and to publicize these accounts, essentially using the legal system to seek redress while maintaining a spirit of forgiveness and charity towards their oppressors; this instruction was given to the early Latter-day Saints while Joseph Smith was imprisoned in Liberty Jail, Missouri.


Key points about this doctrine:
Documenting persecution:
The Saints are instructed to meticulously gather information about their persecution, including details about personal injuries, property damage, and the names of those responsible.

Public exposure:
The collected information should be shared with others to expose the injustices being committed against the Church.

Legal recourse:
While documenting persecution, the Saints are encouraged to use legal channels to seek redress for their grievances when possible.

Forgiveness and charity:
Despite the need to document persecution, the doctrine emphasizes the importance of maintaining a spirit of forgiveness and charity towards one's persecutors.


Where to find this teaching:
Doctrine and Covenants Section 123: This section specifically outlines the duty of the Saints to gather evidence of their persecution and to document the details of their suffering.




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