438. Seal of Melchizedek. The Symbol which appears 10,000 Times in the San Diego Temple.
This is a fascinating article about the Seal of Melchizedek, which appears 10,000 times in the San Diego Temple, and in other temples as well. Why This Symbol Appears 10,000 Times in the San Diego Temple ERNEST LEHENBAUER - for LDS living Noted scholar Ernest Lehenbauer explores a common yet little-known symbol found in Latter-day Saint temples. The ancient “Seal of Melchizedek” is often represented as an 8-point star composed of two squares offset 45 degrees and overlaid (or interwoven). It is such a significant symbol that President Hinckley had it added to the Salt Lake City Temple, and since then it has shown up in many more LDS temples. Differing 8-point stars can also be found throughout the Conference Center. But how, you may wonder, is it a symbol of Christ and when did this information come to light in modern times? The answers start with the design of the beautiful San Diego Temple. The Modern Story When The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sain...