This Patriarchal Blessing

35% of blessings since 1950 included the promise of This Patriarchal Blessing.

1844-01-08 I place and seal a blessing in accordance with your lineage and rights of lineage and the blessings that shall be administered agreeably to the manifestations of the Spirit. 1844-01-08 I place and seal a promise upon your head to come to pass in the future. The same shall be a blessing patriarchal, prophetic touching futurity, touching that portion of man's existence that is most important. 1862-09-21 I seal upon thee a Patriarchal or father's blessing which shall rest upon thee and thou shalt realize the fulfillment there of. 1868-02-18 I lay my hands upon thy head in order to pronounce and seal a blessing upon thee which shall be as the spirit may invite. Therefore I say unto thee, prepare thy mind to receive the blessings which the Lord shall see fit to bestow upon thee. 1869-06-22 I seal a Blessing upon thee, and I ask God the Eternal Father for his spirit to invite the same, and to fill thee with the influence thereof, that you may comprehend the Blessings which are in store for you. 1874-11-26 I seal upon thee a blessing that shall be a comfort unto thee so long as thou shalt live. 1876-09-24 I bless thee according to the directions of the Spirit, that the same may be handed down to be remembered among thy friends so that they can praise and contemplate this blessing in their minds. 1878-04-13 I will bless thee with thy patriarchal blessing, which is according to the established order of Heaven given for the benefit of all the honest in heart who are seeking to be established in their minds concerning points of doctrine that there may be a unison of mind and thought, that there might become a mighty effort in faith for the benefit of a fallen word. The more thou dost study these things the better will thou relish the words of eternal life which will be as a well of water forever satisfying the thirst for that element. 1880-07-20 I seal a Patriarchal Blessing upon thee that shall be a source of comfort and consolation with thee while thou art walking in the slippery path of youth and growing up to manhood. 1882-10-22 I lay my hands upon thy head to seal upon you a Patriarchal blessing which shall continue with you through your life and all time to come. 1887-05-03 I seal upon you a Patriarchal blessing that these blessings may rest down upon you in might, power, and be a Shield and a Protection unto you against the ills and evils that are in the world. 1887-12-27 I ask my heavenly Father that his holy spirit may rest down upon me and upon you and upon the Scribe, that the words that may be said may be in accordance with the spirit of truth. 1888-01-27 I give you a Patriarchal blessing which shall be a seal and token unto you of the promises made unto the Fathers you are entitled to. 1888-11-28 I place my hands upon thy head to give thee a patriarchal blessing, which order has been ordained in these last days, even to his servant Joseph Smith, for the benefit of the people of God, and also for the benefit of those who desire their blessings for their good and for their comfort. And, Beloved Brother, inasmuch as thou hast desired a blessing at the hands of God, through his servant who has his hands laid upon your head, you shall receive it by the gift and power of God, and the gift of the Holy Ghost and the spirit of revelation. 1890-01-15 I bless thee with this your Patriarchal blessing to comfort and bless you in your declining years. 1891-03-26 I bestow upon you a Patriarchal blessing, a blessing which shall be perpetuated to the latest generation. 1891-12-21 This blessing I seal upon thee, that it remain in all thy sojournings and be a lamp to thy path, to guide thee on to victory. 1894-08-24 Remember this blessing when thou art bowed down in thy feelings. Read it and it shall comfort thee. 1894-12-16 I lay my hands upon thy head to impart unto thee a blessing - a Patriarchal Blessing. And I trust that God will give unto me of the Holy Spirit that what I may say may be recorded in the Archives of Heaven. 1895-01-15 I feel it a pleasure to place my hands upon your head and give unto you a Patriarchal Blessing, that it may be a comfort to you when you read it and a stimulus to you, to be faithful in all your future life. Remember this blessing and take courage, for thou art one of God's precious children and shall be prospered in thy labors. 1897-06-06 In my office as a patriarch in Israel I pronounce upon you a blessing, and pray God my heavenly Father that the words which I may speak may be dictated by the holy Spirit, and be a comfort and a pleasure to you, both now and hereafter. 1898-12-31 It is pleasing to the Lord to take this course, to receive a blessing from your Heavenly Father. 1900-03-22 This blessing is given to comfort thee. Be prayerful and claim the provisions thereof. 1901-03-22 I seal upon you a Patriarchal blessing which shall be in accordance with the desires of your heart. This blessing pertains to this world, while you remain in the flesh and through all eternity. 1901-05-05 I confer upon you a Patriarchal blessing which shall be to you a guiding star through life. 1902-03-17 The magnitude of thy blessing can not be written for thou hast come upon the earth to fulfill the words of the prophets. 1902-09-08 These words are given thee to be a comfort unto thee, and let this day be unto thee never to be forgotten. 1909-09-13 I desire that this blessing shall be made a blessing and a comfort unto you to have help through many trying circumstances through life and it is all recorded by the angels above and will all bring forth the covenant blessing so there is not a circumstance of your life but what will be sanctified to your good. 1918-03-05 I give unto thee a blessing for thy comfort and benefit throughout this life according to thy faithfulness. 1919-09-12 There are many things in your life to be revealed hereafter, but let these promptings suffice for the present, and more and more will come to thee as you shall need it. Remember your blessings for they will be an anchor to thy soul and you will yet marvel at the things which shall come in to thy life. 1924-01-27 I seal upon you a patriarchal blessing, which shall carry with it a spirit and influence that shall be for your comfort and good, to give you hope, strength, and courage in the battle of life, in so far as you shall exercise faith therein. 1925-11-08 I give you a blessing which shall be a guide and comfort unto you in this mortal life. 1927-01-02 The words of this blessing are yours, and they are but a part of the many blessings that are in store for you. They will stand for you in this lifetime and shall be an anchor for your soul in the eternal world, for I seal it upon your head through the Holy Priesthood which I bear. 1927-12-18 I give you a blessing which shall be a guide and a comfort unto you in this mortal life. 1929-02-04 I give thee a patriarchal blessing. Thou art young in years, and the blessing shall be a guide in thy life, and in the future in reading thy blessing thou shalt realize that the Lord has made known to thee thy duty and thy calling in the church. 1932-04-26 I seal upon you a Patriarchal Blessing to strengthen your faith and give you a desire to labor in the service of the Lord to prepare yourself for the blessings in store for you. 1932-09-24 I give unto you a blessing which shall be a comfort and guide to you through life. 1933-01-22 I give unto you a blessing and pray my Heavenly Father to enlighten and inspire my mind, to say unto you those things which shall be a comfort and blessing unto you. 1934-05-15 I seal upon thee a patriarchal blessing, and it shall be a guide in thy life and the Lord will make known to thee thy mission for which thou was sent down upon the earth. 1937-03-15 I pronounce upon you a blessing that shall be according to your faith and your desire. And I pray God, that He will direct the words that I may say. 1939-02-15 I give you a blessing which will be of great help to you as you journey through this life. 1939-05-14 I say unto you prepare your heart to receive this blessing. 1939-07-02 I give unto you a blessing which shall be a guide to you and a source of comfort and guidance as you pursue your journey of life. I give you such promises and blessings and seal upon you such power as the Spirit of the Lord may direct. 1940-04-15 I confer upon you a Patriarchal Blessing which is an extra blessing from our Heavenly Father to all those that are honest and humble before him. This is your right to receive this blessing as one of His servants in His vineyard here upon Earth. 1940-04-26 The Lord is pleased with you in desiring a blessing from his hand, and you shall be blessed. 1942-08-16 In receiving a blessing the words mean nothing but as you shall live for this blessing, then it shall be manifest in your life and it will be a guide unto you. For when the dark hours come and discouragement would overtake you, read this blessing. 1943-03-29 I pray that our Heavenly Father may inspire me to say the things that you would desire for He is satisfied with the labors that you have done and will bless you according to your needs. 1943-05-02 I give unto you a blessing that it may be a guide to you throughout life. 1947-11-26 I give unto thee thy Patriarchal Blessing to be a benefit and guide unto thee throughout they life in accordance to thy faithfulness. 1951-06-15 In accordance with your desire and by the authority vested in me I pronounce a blessing upon you which, if you are true and faithful to your covenants shall give you great comfort as you journey through life. 1951-08-08 I give unto you your Patriarchal Blessing which I pray the Lord will inspire and direct, that it may be profitable to you, and that it may serve as a tie, in righteousness with your Heavenly Father, as long as you live righteously upon the earth. 1952-06-12 I give you a Patriarchal Blessing that you might find joy and happiness and consolation in the things that will be pronounced upon your head. 1954-10-10 This blessing will be an inspiring influence in thy life inasmuch as it is a gift of the Lord unto thee. It will be a directive force and power for good and it will be manifest in thy future days. This will be in mortality and even beyond the veil and many of the problems that arise and many of the questions that arise in thy mind will be clearer to thee from this day forth. 1954-10-10 This blessing which is given to thee according to thy desire and in harmony with thy wishes will be a guiding light and an inspiration in thy life inasmuch as it is a gift of the Lord in thy behalf. And it is ratified by the angels of heaven who record these things given through the priesthood for thy good. Let there be peace in your life as you read your blessing. Read it often for it is sacred unto thee and it is sealed upon thy head having been given through the power and the vision of the Patriarchal office of the priesthood into thy individual life. 1955-02-10 This blessing shall be an inspiration and a guide to you in the years that are yet to come. Cherish it and read it often and become familiar with its contents. Meditate upon the promises that are given unto you and remember always that they are yours only if you follow in the paths of righteousness. 1955-12-17 I give you according to your righteous desire a Patriarchal blessing, which shall be unto you a comfort, a guide, an inspiration, and an incentive to greater and better endeavor. 1956-06-08 Through this blessing you may receive additional understanding that will strengthen your testimony and bring you joy. 1957-02-18 The giving of a Patriarchal blessing has been a practice among the people of God from the earliest ages of men and so it is pleasing in the sight of our Heavenly Father that you should receive such a blessing at this time. 1957-08-07 I seal upon you your Patriarchal Blessing, that you may learn the mind and will of our Father in Heaven concerning you, and receive comfort and guidance there from, as you shall consider it throughout your life here on this earth. 1957-11-03 I pray our Father in Heaven, at this time, that I may be directed in the words which I pronounce upon your head that I may bless you and admonish you in such a manner that you will have comfort and satisfaction from the proceeds of this day. 1957-11-29 I give you a Patriarchal Blessing according to your desire, and pray that it may be a guide and inspiration to you while you sojourn here in mortality. 1961-04-02 I give unto you your Patriarchal Blessing, and pray for the directing influence of the spirit of the Lord to direct your life and this blessing for your good and comfort. 1964-12-13 This blessing shall be to you as a guide and a counsel throughout your life. 1967-09-26 I give unto thee thy Patriarchal Blessing, to be a benefit, a guide, and comfort unto thee, throughout thy life, in accordance with thy faithfulness. 1972-03-26 I give unto you your patriarchal blessing that it might be a guide and an influence for good in your life here upon the earth and throughout the eternities. 1977-08-22 I give you your Patriarchal Blessing. I pray for the guidance of Heavenly Father that it will be a blessing which will help you throughout your life. Pray and read your blessing, and as you are prayerful in doing so, you will receive throughout the years, the guidance of the Holy Spirit to give you additional knowledge in your mind and heart. 1980-02-24 I most earnestly pray that the spirit of the Lord will be with us during this sacred hour, that we may feel the inspiration of His Holy Spirit, and that I may be able to speak and utter the proper words on this occasions, that this blessing may indeed be a comfort and a source of strength and inspiration throughout you life. 1980-03-23 I confer upon you this patriarchal blessing, that it might strengthen you wherein you might be weak and make you strong. This, dear Brother, shall be a memorable day in your life. Many times as you sojourn through life, you will know that is was through the inspiration of our Heavenly Father and revelation that these blessings were pronounced upon your head. 1981-10-11 If you will live for its fulfillment and if you will prayerfully ponder your blessing in time of need, it will be a source of strength and enlightenment to you throughout your life. 1986-08-31 I pray that our Heavenly Father's spirit will be here this day, that I will feel the inspiration I desire to say those things which He would have me say and that you will feel this inspiration and love and warmth and know in your heart and soul that our Heavenly Father is here in spirit and that the Holy Ghost is controlling that which is said. Honor this blessing because of this understanding and enjoy the rekindling of this feeling you have in your heart at this time each time you read this blessing and know that this is just another means of communication with the Lord. 1989-02-14 I give unto thee thy Patriarchal Blessing, to be a benefit, a guide, and comfort unto thee, throughout thy life in accordance with thy faithfulness. 1989-02-14 I lay my hands upon thy head and give unto thee thy Patriarchal Blessing to be a benefit, a guide, and comfort unto thee throughout thy life in accordance with thy faithfulness. 1991-01-15 You will treasure this blessing as a special time in your life to receive a guideline and a path to follow throughout your life and into eternity. 1991-07-22 Your Heavenly Father is pleased that you are here for your blessing, for he has been waiting until you had a desire to receive it. 1992-11-01 I humbly ask that our Heavenly Father bless me as I serve Him in giving you this blessing, to be used as a guide, comfort and protection to you throughout your life. 1995-08-18 I lay my hands upon your head and give you your patriarchal blessing as directed by the Holy Spirit, with a prayer to our Heavenly Father that he will inspire the words of this blessing, that you may take comfort and counsel and direction from it, that it may be like a Liahona to you, or a chart and compass, that will lead you safely through this life and back into the presence of your Heavenly Father. My son, listen to the voice of the spirit as you are blessed and counselled at this time for your life. If you will live by and for this blessing that you receive this day, you will have success and happiness here in this life and eternal life hereafter. 1996-01-14 I pray to our Heavenly Father that this blessing will be His mind and will concerning you and it will be a source of consolation and a guide to you throughout your life here in mortality. 1996-01-21 In humility I pray for guidance as I serve our Heavenly Father in giving you this blessing. Read it often, become familiar with it and use it as it is intended - to be a guide, comfort and protection to you throughout your life. As you become familiar with your blessing, you will feel the love your Heavenly Father has for you, the mission you were sent to earth to fulfill and the joy you will receive through living the commandments and following the counsel that is given by the Prophets and those who lead us in these days of concern. 1996-02-11 This blessing will comfort and guide you throughout your mortal life and beyond into the post-mortal spirit world. It will be like a Liahona of light to give direction and inspiration. I admonish you to read it frequently. As you ponder upon the things which are written herein, the Spirit of the Lord will distill upon your heart and mind, your spiritual eyes will be opened, and you will receive insights and promptings that will guide your steps and be a source of encouragement. 1997-07-13 This blessing is special, sacred and private. Keep it in a private place where you can refer to it frequently and pray and ponder upon its meaning to receive answers to questions as they come to your mind. It is like scripture to you and understanding comes precept upon precept, line upon line. Study it all of your life for it will have eternal meaning. You may share it with your wife and your children, when it is appropriate and would be meaningful in an educational way. But do not share it with others who may off-handedly criticize or poke fun at you or the blessing for that would offend our Father in Heaven. 1998-05-09 This blessing is but one of many that you should receive during your sojourn upon this earth for it will be necessary for you to receive additional blessings to have greater insight into those plans that Our Father in Heaven has for you. 1998-05-14 This blessing is to be held sacred by you and it is personal. You may treat it even as scripture. Refer to it often and pray to Our Father in Heaven that the Holy Ghost will help you as this blessing will point out possibilities that await you. In times when questions need answers, and challenges need solutions, and also in time of opportunities, refer to this blessing. It will also serve as a guidepost and ensign. 1998-08-18 I would have you to know that I pray that this blessing will be beneficial to you, will be helpful to you throughout your life. For ordinarily it would be the only patriarchal blessing that you shall receive. 2000-02-02 It has been a desire of your heart to receive a blessing from your Heavenly Father to give you guidance and direction in your life. Your Heavenly Father is pleased that you are here this evening accompanied by your parents to receive this blessing. This blessing comes to you as a result of your faithfulness, your steadfastness, and your righteous living; not only here on earth but in the pre-mortal world. 2000-03-19 This blessing is to give you that strength that you might understand yourself and know that you can always come closer unto him. 2000-12-17 I lay my hands upon your head and pronounce upon you this Patriarchal Blessing, a blessing that is yours every whit as you live worthy of it; a blessing too that reaches out into the eternities; a blessing that is binding not only upon you but upon your worthiness and your willingness to serve in the Kingdom. 2001-03-11 This is a conditional blessing which will be contingent upon the manner in which you live your life. If you will walk circumspectly before the Lord in faithfulness and obedience, you will become worthy of the greatest gift Heavenly Father has to bestow upon His children, even exaltation and eternal life in His Celestial Kingdom. It is truly a blessing with eternal perspective. I counsel you to keep it close to you and review it from time to time. It should give you hope for the future. Let it be a guiding light in your life. 2001-07-29 I deliver your patriarchal blessing to be a guide and a comfort to you in the years that you will progress through this earth existence. 2001-08-12 This blessing is given to you as you stand on the threshold of womanhood with your whole life before you. Since this blessing comes from the Lord, it is sacred. Treasure it; keep it in a safe place but a place where it is readily accessible so that you can read it often, for it will provide guidance and direction in times of decision-making; it can provide comfort and solace in times of trial and sorrow, and it can provide inspiration and a feeling of well-being when you need to be uplifted and feel the Lord's love for you. 2001-09-23 I bless you at this time that you will be aware of the love of your Heavenly Father and recognize that He is pleased with your desire to receive this blessing and to become aware of those things that He would have you take note of and to implement within your life. I bless you that you will appreciate the need to read your blessing on a regular basis, so that you may glean from it those things that will help you to recognize those things that your Heavenly Father would have you do. I bless you that you will also appreciate the need to be prayerful, so that as you read and ponder upon these things, you may be able to feel the Spirit and know those things that you will need to do within your life. 2002-02-24 May this blessing be unto you a key of knowledge, a source of inspiration and guidance and a comfort to you throughout your life. 2002-04-28 This blessing will be with you throughout your life to search that you may know the will of your Father in heaven concerning certain matters relating to your life and the role the you are to play among the children of men. You will discover herein words that inspire and words that caution that you may pursue the path of life and avoid pitfalls. Give heed unto the words of Christ as contained in the scriptures as well as in this blessing. 2002-12-15 You have desired to receive this blessing because of the righteous way you are living your life, because of the growing testimony that you have within your heart, and because of the knowledge that you have gained as you have continued to study the scriptures, all of which have pointed you toward this day. This blessing is given to you, through me, by a wise and kind Heavenly Father who knows you and loves you. 2003-01-26 This Blessing will be a source of strength and a help to you throughout your life, and will provide insight and understanding as to capabilities you have and things you can accomplish for your Heavenly Father. The Blessing is given in response to your request and by virtue of my calling as a Patriarch in the Church. 2003-03-23 This can be a guide and a protection to you in your life. As you read it frequently and prayerfully you will learn something of who you are, something of your gifts and of the things that your Heavenly Father would desire of you. 2003-07-18 You should read this blessing often for it will be a source of comfort and direction to you throughout your life. 2003-08-24 You have come here today with an open heart and an open mind desiring your patriarchal blessing and to know the direction that you should go as you live here upon the earth and as you leave the earth. It is for that purpose in part that your patriarchal blessing is given to you at this time. 2003-10-12 This patriarchal blessing is a guide; it is a line down the road and you need to walk that line so that you can be worthy when the day comes of getting back to the presence of your Heavenly Father. 2005-02-19 Your blessing can be a guide as you choose avenues that will bring mortal happiness and eternal joy. It will he a comfort as you are reminded that your Heavenly Father watches over you each day and that His spirit whispers in your ear as you follow your pathway of life. 2006-08-20 This blessing will help you see beyond the difficulties of the physical world and the events you will see and even be a part of. 2008-06-08 The Lord is well pleased with you for the righteous desires of your heart to receive His blessing, which will be a source of encouragement and strength to you and a guide for life that you might hold fast to as you journey through life. You are promised that each blessing and promise will be fulfilled according to your faithfulness and the will of our Father in Heaven. 2009-08-16 Read this Patriarchal Blessing often. It is a beacon and guide for you and will buoy you up during times of trial and tribulations. 2010-02-27 You will feel the promptings of the Holy Spirit as you receive your blessing. Your Father in Heaven loves you and desires that you receive all of the blessings that are specifically for you, and there are many. 2010-06-10 May you receive your Patriarchal Blessing in the spirit of humility for it contains direct revelation from Heavenly Father pertaining to your life here on the earth. Keep it in a special place and review it often and live your life in such a manner that you can receive the blessings, warnings and promises that it contains. It will help you to return to your Heavenly Father. It will give you the comfort and the courage to face trials and sorrows that will come. 2011-06-26 This blessing, dear brother, can be a guide to you throughout your life, for it will outline some of your life's possibilities. It can give you a better understanding of the straight and narrow path that should be followed to eventually return back into the presence of our Heavenly Father. Strive to live worthy of the blessings that can be yours. 2012-09-02 This is our Heavenly Father's blessing received and pronounced by and through the Holy Spirit, even the Holy Ghost, the spirit of God and of Christ, and of the third member of the godhead. We are grateful for the prayer that your father has asked which has indeed invited the spirit. It is our prayer that you will feel of the spirit as this blessing is pronounced, and I would ask that you carry a prayer in your heart that all things that are said and done here for the next few moments will be what our Heavenly Father desires for you. This is a blessing given by and through the authority of the Holy Priesthood. It is a sacred blessing. It is a blessing of the priesthood, and it is given you in the name of our Lord and Savior, even Israel's God, the Lord Jesus Christ. As you approach decision making moments in your life remember this blessing, read this blessing. 2013-07-09 It is a pleasure to be able to participate in this blessing that comes from your Father in Heaven and is intended to be a guideline and source of comfort for you throughout your life. 2013-11-17 I lay my hands upon your head and give you your patriarchal blessing from your Father in Heaven. He gives you this blessing that it may be a source of strength, and guidance, and comfort, and peace to you as you live and grow in your life on this earth. I bless you that you will read and ponder the words of His blessing very carefully, by the spirit. 2014-01-29 Blessings of this sort are recommended for the youth to fulfill commitments in their lives; who want direction and counsel from heavenly father and have proved themselves worthy. You have a purpose, you will find out that purpose through this blessing and throughout your life as you draw closer to heavenly father. 2014-05-18 I bless you that as you study this blessing and cherish this blessing, it will be an instrument of peace and comfort to you throughout all the days of your life. 2016-07-29 You have sought this blessing as a guide and help as you continue on in your progress toward exaltation. I counsel you to read this blessing often and determine how it might help you as you face the challenges that come your way as you go through life. This is a special blessing for you from your Father in Heaven given through a patriarch that you might be able to know His will concerning you. 2017-09-10 I give you your patriarchal blessing this afternoon. This is a wonderful privilege for you and me to share for we can sense the presence of the Spirit with us this afternoon and enjoy this illumination. And, this illumination can bless you for the rest of your life. 2017-09-24 The covenants that you make with the Father, and this patriarchal blessing, will guide the choices that you make, and help you to resist temptation. 2018-03-04 Dieser Segen soll Dich Dein Leben lang begleiten und Dir Leitplanke und Hilfe sein in allen Deinen Lebenstagen. Er soll Dir Trost, Leitung und Führung geben in Momenten der Unlust, der Traurigkeit, der Schwierigkeiten, die als Prüfungen in Deinem Leben gesetzt sind, und Du sollst immer wieder Hilfe davon bekommen. 2019-05-05 This blessing will be a frequent reminder to you that you are a special daughter of God and that you were foreordained to accomplish particular missions in this life. Blessing #20 This blessing will be a help and a guide to you throughout your life; it will make life richer and enhance your return to God's presence. Blessing #94 This blessing will be a help and a guide to you throughout your life as you keep your Father in Heaven's commandments and do His will. Blessing #123 By the direction given in this blessing you will find a close bond between you and your Father in Heaven. It will help you in searching and finding the desires of your heart. Blessing #273 Knowing that the Lord loves you and is concerned about your well-being, understand that these blessings are to help you throughout your life that-you might feel the closeness of your Heavenly Father. They are given to you through the Melchizedek Priesthood and in the name of-our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ that you might truly understand that these things will be able to direct you, guide you, protect you and help you to overcome obstacles that are placed before you.