>[!Properties]+ Resources >[Gospel Library](https://churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/126?lang=eng) | [Citation Index](https://scriptures.byu.edu/#12e7e::c12e7e) | [Historical Resources](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/doctrine-and-covenants-historical-resources-2025/45?lang=eng) | [JS Papers](https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paperSummary/revelation-9july-1841-dc-126) | [CFM 2025 (Ch 125-128)](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-home-and-church-doctrine-and-covenants-2025/45-doctrine-and-covenants-125-128?lang=eng) >>[!AI]- AI Context >>Revelation given by Joseph Smith to Brigham Young in Nauvoo, Illinois, in July 1841, following Young's return from a mission to England, affirming his service and reassigning his duties. > >>[!AI]- AI Child Summary >>God told Brigham Young that he did a great job sharing the gospel far away, but now he should stay home with his family and help from there. > >>[!AI]- AI Summary >>The Lord commends Brigham Young for his faithful missionary service abroad and declares it no longer necessary for him to leave his family, instead calling him to labor in Zion by sending forth the word to the world [[D&C 126#1|v1-3]] — emphasizing balanced service and family priorities. This revelation highlights themes of divine approval for past efforts and redirection toward home-centered contributions to the Church. > >#Gospel/MissionaryWork #Gospel/Family #Gospel/Obedience ###### 1 1 Dear and well-beloved brother, Brigham Young, verily thus saith the Lord unto you: My servant Brigham, it is no more required at your hand to leave your family as in times past, for your offering is acceptable to me. ###### 2 2 I have seen your labor and toil in journeyings for my name. ###### 3 3 I therefore command you to send my word abroad, and take especial care of your family from this time, henceforth and forever. Amen.