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What calamities and disasters will we have to face in the last days?

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Gramps,

What calamities and disasters will we have to face in the last days?

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Pam,

In a world increasingly marked by natural disasters, social unrest, and global pandemics, many individuals are left wondering: are these calamities the signs foretold by ancient and modern prophets? The question is particularly poignant for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who have been taught to prepare for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ and the associated tribulations.

The Family Proclamation, issued by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1995, warns of the disintegration of the family and its consequences. It states, “The disintegration of the family will bring upon individuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets.” This proclamation serves as a modern-day warning, echoing the sentiments found in scriptural texts that speak of wars, famines, pestilences, and natural disasters as signs of the last days.

In the New Testament, Jesus prophesied that “nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences” (Luke 21:10-11). Many have interpreted these prophecies as indicators of the tumultuous times preceding the Second Coming. However, the interpretation of these calamities is often vague and symbolic, leading to various interpretations among believers.

The calamities mentioned in prophetic texts can manifest in numerous ways, including natural disasters, social upheaval, and personal crises. For instance, Tad R. Callister, an emeritus General Authority Seventy, has linked various social ills and disasters to a failure to uphold family values, suggesting that these issues are symptoms of a broader societal decline. This perspective emphasizes the interconnectedness of individual actions and societal outcomes, suggesting that the moral fabric of society plays a crucial role in calamities.

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