“Our First Parents”

Joseph F. McConkie, Robert L. Millet

Properly understood, it becomes apparent that the fall of Adam is one of the greatest blessings ever given of God to mankind. It is the way and the means whereby the spirit children of the Father go forth from their celestial home to gain mortal and then immortal bodies. And it provides the way for the experiences, tests, and trials that prepare the faithful for eternal life.

Is it any wonder, then, that Michael himself- who stood next to the Lord Jehovah in power, might, and dominion, when they both dwelt in the presence of the Father- is it any wonder that Michael was the one chosen to come here as Adam to make such glorious blessings available to the billions of his descendants who should be born on earth? (Bruce R. McConkie, New Witness, p. 87.)

Doctrinal Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 3

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