Belém Brazil Temple
| Belém Brazil Temple | ||||
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Interactive map of Belém Brazil Temple | ||||
| Number | 174 | |||
| Dedication | 20 November 2022, by Dale G. Renlund[1] | |||
| Site | 6.7 acres (2.7 ha) | |||
| Floor area | 28,675 ft2 (2,664.0 m2) | |||
| Height | 89 ft (27 m) | |||
| Official website • News & images | ||||
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| Announced | 3 April 2016, by Thomas S. Monson[2] | |||
| Groundbreaking | 17 August 2019, by Marcos A. Aidukaitis[3] | |||
| Open house | 22 October-5 November 2022 | |||
| Current president | Wilson Lima Miranda | |||
| Location | Belém, Brazil | |||
| Geographic coordinates | 1°23′12″S 48°27′36″W / 1.3868°S 48.4600°W | |||
| Exterior finish | Brazilian granite | |||
| Baptistries | 1 | |||
| Ordinance rooms | 2 | |||
| Sealing rooms | 2 | |||
| Clothing rental | Yes | |||
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The Belém Brazil Temple is the 174th operating temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), is located in Belém, Brazil, and is the ninth in the country. The intent to build the temple was announced on April 3, 2016, by Thomas S. Monson during the church's general conference. Following construction, the temple was dedicated on November 20, 2022.
History
The intent to construct the temple was announced by church president Thomas S. Monson on April 3, 2016, during general conference.[4][5] The Quito Ecuador and Harare Zimbabwe temples, along with a second temple in Lima, Peru, were announced at the same time.[4]
The temple's groundbreaking was held on August 17, 2019, with Marcos A. Aidukaitis, president of the Brazil Area, presiding.[6]
Following completion of construction, the temple was dedicated in three sessions on November 20, 2022 by Dale G. Renlund, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.[1][7] The temple in Belém was the ninth completed temple by the LDS Church in Brazil.[8]
Design and architecture
The temple is on a 6.7-acre plot, with its architecture reflecting both the cultural heritage of the Belem region and the spiritual significance of the church.[9]
The temple has a single attached central spire that is 89 feet tall, and is constructed with Brazilian granite, like many of Brazil's other temples. The exterior has geometric design elements inspired by Marajoara indigenous pottery and the Victoria amazonica, which is also featured throughout the art glass designs.[1] The blue, green, yellow and pink colors used were inspired from the Amazon rainforest. The church consulted Brazilian landscape experts to help identify the native species that would best fit the design.[10][11]
The interior features interior artwork and decorations were inspired by Pará's culture and landscape.[12] The interior decorations include flooring with national porcelain tile, carpet carvings made by a local craftsman, and entry rugs that mimic the design of the exterior art glass.[10]
The temple includes two instruction rooms, two Sealing rooms, a baptistry, and a celestial room.[9]
See also
References
- 1 2 3 Taylor, Scott (20 November 2022). "How Elder Renlund tied rivers and 'pororoca' to the Belém Brazil Temple dedication". The Church News. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
- ↑ Toone, Trent (3 April 2016). "President Monson announces 4 new temples at Sunday morning session". Deseret News..
- ↑ Groundbreaking for the Belém Brazil Temple, Newsroom, 17 August 2019. Retrieved 13 June 2020.
- 1 2 Passey, Brian (3 April 2016). "LDS Church announces four new temples". The Spectrum. Retrieved 13 June 2026.
- ↑ Weaver, Sarah Jane (3 April 2016). "LDS Church has rich history in cities of newly announced temples". Deseret News. Archived from the original on April 6, 2016.
- ↑ "Groundbreaking for the Belém Brazil Temple: Latter-day Saint and community leaders participate". Newsroom. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 17 August 2019.
- ↑ Swenson, Madison (18 October 2022). "4 Latin America temple groundbreakings announced; 1 rededicated in New Zealand". KSL TV. Retrieved 13 June 2026.
- ↑ Lundberg, Haley (28 June 2022). "1 groundbreaking, 2 dedication dates set for new temples in Oregon, Brazil, and Ecuador". LDSLiving. Retrieved 13 June 2026.
- 1 2 "Belém Brazil Temple". Church News. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- 1 2 "See inside the Belém Brazil Temple as its open house begins". Church News. 2022-10-19. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- ↑ "Veja fotos internas do Templo dos mórmons em Belém". DOL - Diário Online. 18 October 2022. Retrieved 14 June 2026.
- ↑ "Abertura de Terra do Templo de Belém é marcada por forte emoção e espiritualidade de membros do Pará: Cerimônia marca início da construção do nono templo em solo brasileiro que é interpretado como respostas às orações de fiéis santos dos últimos dias paraenses". Newsroom. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
