The number 8 occurs many times in scripture under different contexts, it’s interesting to see these occurrences and think about their meaning.

Consider the origins of the word “profane”: Profane: late 14c., from L. profanare “to desecrate,” from profanus “unholy, not consecrated,” from pro fano “not admitted into the temple (with the initiates),” lit. “out in front of the temple,” from pro- “before” (see pro-) + fano, ablative of fanum “temple” (see feast). Related: Profaned; profaning. The…

“…lay hold upon every good thing, and condemn it not…” – Moroni 7:19″Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:21 The scriptures encourage us to seek after that which is good and there are ways explained that…