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=== Assistant: In Latter-day Saint LDS eschatology, several prophetic passages—especially in the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and Doctri… ===
In Latter-day Saint (LDS) eschatology, several prophetic passages—especially in the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants—are interpreted to mean that some elements of ancient Israelite worship will return in the last days as part of preparing for Christ’s millennial reign. Here’s what “re-restore certain Mosaic practices” generally refers to:

===== - Prophecies: LDS scripture and teachings cite passages like Ezekiel 40–48 and Zechariah 14 about a future temple in Jerusalem. =====
* Function: This temple would serve a sacred role for the Jewish people and for world worship. LDS leaders teach that Jesus will reign from Jerusalem during the Millennium, and temple worship—drawing on Mosaic patterns—will be central.
* Distinctiveness: This is separate from LDS temples elsewhere (e.g., Salt Lake City) and is envisioned as a Jewish temple under Jewish administration, though part of God’s overarching plan.

===== - Animal Sacrifices Temporarily Resumed: Joseph Smith taught that some animal sacrifices would be offered again, but not as permanent ordinances—rather, as symbolic acts to fulfill prophecy and “restore all things” (Doctrine and Covenants 13:1; History of the Church 4:211). =====
* Purpose: These offerings would serve as a commemorative witness to earlier covenants and would soon be superseded by Christ’s completed atonement, after which the primary “sacrifice” expected of believers would remain a broken heart and contrite spirit (3 Nephi 9:20).

===== - Aaronic/Levitical Priesthood Roles: LDS theology holds that the Aaronic Priesthood is a continuation of the ancient Levitical authority. In the Millennium, there may be a re-implementation of Levitical duties—such as offerings of firstfruits or ritual cleansings—in a symbolic, fulfilled form. =====
* Feasts and Festivals: Some LDS commentators suggest that observances like the Feast of Tabernacles or Passover could be celebrated to honor God’s past dealings with Israel and to teach millennial nations about His covenants (see Zechariah 14:16-19).

===== - Gathering Theme: The LDS Church teaches that Jews physically returning to Jerusalem and Gentiles joining the covenant are part of the “gathering of Israel.” =====
* Two-Temple Expectation: In LDS eschatology, there are two focal points—Jerusalem (for the Jews) and the New Jerusalem in America (for the gathered Saints). The Mosaic elements restored in Jerusalem affirm God’s promises to Israel, while LDS-specific temple ordinances continue elsewhere.

===== - LDS leaders (e.g., Bruce R. McConkie) have emphasized that these restored practices are temporary teaching symbols, not a return to full Mosaic law. The Atonement of Christ remains the ultimate and final sacrifice; Mosaic elements would only be used to demonstrate continuity with Israel’s covenants before fading as all nations accept Christ’s direct reign. =====

In summary: LDS eschatology envisions that, before and during the Millennium, a Jerusalem temple will be rebuilt, some Mosaic-style sacrifices and festivals will be briefly reinstated, and Levitical priesthood functions may return—not to re-impose the full Law of Moses, but to fulfill prophecy, honor ancient covenants with Israel, and prepare the world for Christ’s reign.

Confidence rating: 9/10 — This is consistent with LDS canonical texts, Joseph Smith’s teachings, and statements by LDS scholars. Minor details vary among LDS authorities and scholars, so exact interpretations are not uniform.