Our First Estate: The Doctrine of Man's Pre-mortal Existence

by R. Clayton Brough

Since the time of Adam, man has pondered the question, "Where did I come from?" His search for an answer has led in many through the words of the prophets, the imaginations of the poets and the skepticism of the agnostics. In Our First Estate, it is the intent of the author to provide an answer that is found in the teachings of modern day prophets of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. Through the use of the scriptures and the inspired statements of general authorities and other students of the scriptures, Elder Brough presents a logical and penetrating discussion of our pre-mortal existence and our relationship to our Heavenly Father.

174 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1979

Reviews

[Shane · Rating 3 out of 5]

More speculation in this book than others I've read about pre-mortality. The author quotes more widely from the Journal of Discourses and early LDS church leaders and reflects more 19th century opinion.