Keys of the kingdom
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The keys of the kingdom is a Christian concept of apostolic authority present in some denominations, such as the Roman Catholic Church
, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and The Family International. Its origins can be traced to a passage in the New Testament
where Jesus
gives St. Peter "the keys of the kingdom of heaven" (Matt. 16:19). In the LDS Church the concept is strongly tied to the priesthood keys held by the President of the Church and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
Roman Catholic Church
The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the world's largest Christian church, with over a billion members. Led by the Pope, it defines its mission as spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, administering the sacraments and exercising charity...
, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and The Family International. Its origins can be traced to a passage in the New Testament
New Testament
The New Testament is the second major division of the Christian biblical canon, the first such division being the much longer Old Testament....
where Jesus
Jesus
Jesus of Nazareth , commonly referred to as Jesus Christ or simply as Jesus or Christ, is the central figure of Christianity...
gives St. Peter "the keys of the kingdom of heaven" (Matt. 16:19). In the LDS Church the concept is strongly tied to the priesthood keys held by the President of the Church and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.