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Chapter 25

Doctrine and Covenants 25:12

Verse 12 44

For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.

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song

1 Chronicles 16:9 Psalms 33:3 Psalms 96:1 Doctrine and Covenants 25:11 Doctrine and Covenants 136:28

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singing,

1 Chronicles 13:8

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Sing

1 Chronicles 16:9

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new song;

Psalms 33:3

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song:

Psalms 96:1

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sing

Doctrine and Covenants 84:98

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praise

Doctrine and Covenants 136:28

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- **Tune Your Heart to Jesus Christ: The Sacred Gift of Primary Music** — Tracy Y. Browning (October 2025) · Reference
  The scriptures teach that the songs of the righteous that come from the heart are a delight to the Savior.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/13browning?lang=eng&id=p_d7wll#p_d7wll

- **Live Up to Your Privileges** — Emily Belle Freeman (October 2024) · Reference
  While the Prophet Joseph was being tutored in keys, offices, ordinances, and how to assist in the service of the priesthood, the Lord Himself, through His prophet, gave a revelation to Emma.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/13freeman?lang=eng&id=p_kZJdt#p_kZJdt

- **Live Up to Your Privileges** — Emily Belle Freeman (October 2024) · Reference
  Second, in her season of deep mourning, the Lord gave her purpose.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/13freeman?lang=eng&id=p_dxn5L#p_dxn5L

- **Welcome to the Church of Joy** — Patrick Kearon (October 2024) · Reference
  As we sing, are we joining together to praise our God and King no matter the quality of our voices, or are we just mumbling or not singing at all?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/24kearon?lang=eng&id=p_a84Wh#p_a84Wh

- **Where Two or Three Are Gathered** — Henry B. Eyring (April 2016) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads”
  You can pray as the choir is about to sing.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/where-two-or-three-are-gathered?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

- **The Home: The School of Life** — Enrique R. Falabella (April 2013) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  And speaking through the Prophet Joseph, He said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/the-home-the-school-of-life?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **What I Hope My Granddaughters (and Grandsons) Will Understand about Relief Society** — Julie B. Beck (October 2011) · Reference
  As the Lord began restoring His Church through the Prophet Joseph Smith, He again included women in a pattern of discipleship.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/what-i-hope-my-granddaughters-and-grandsons-will-understand-about-relief-society?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **A Word at Closing** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2010) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  The music has been magnificent.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/a-word-at-closing?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **Prayer and Promptings** — Boyd K. Packer (October 2009) · Reference
  When temptation comes, you can invent a delete key in your mind—perhaps the words from a favorite hymn.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/prayer-and-promptings?lang=eng&id=p43#p43

- **Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2009) · Reference
  The Lord has taught ways by which our prayers can be enhanced.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/lessons-from-the-lords-prayers?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

- **Until We Meet Again** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2009) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  The music has been magnificent.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/until-we-meet-again?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament** — Dallin H. Oaks (October 2008) · Alludes to
  The music of sacrament meeting is a vital part of our worship.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/sacrament-meeting-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **Sweet Power of Prayer** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2003) · Reference
  I have felt impressed to conclude this message on prayer with a prayer—presented as a hymn.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/sweet-power-of-prayer?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

- **The Lifeline of Prayer** — James E. Faust (April 2002) · Reference
  Many prayers are spoken while we are on our knees.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/the-lifeline-of-prayer?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **Patience—A Heavenly Virtue** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1995) · Reference
  All of the parts of the precious promise of twenty-seven years earlier were fulfilled, save one.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/patience-a-heavenly-virtue?lang=eng&id=p49#p49

- **Personal Revelation: The Gift, the Test, and the Promise** — Boyd K. Packer (October 1994) · Quote
  > “My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  Then learn what sacred music has to do with revelation.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/personal-revelation-the-gift-the-test-and-the-promise?lang=eng&id=p44#p44

- **Reverence Invites Revelation** — Boyd K. Packer (October 1991) · Quote
  > “My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads”
  I have noticed that an increasing number of our leaders and members do not sing the congregational songs.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/reverence-invites-revelation?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

- **The Voice Is Still Small** — Graham W. Doxey (October 1991) · Alludes to
  Number 1: Revitalize your weekly worship.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/the-voice-is-still-small?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **“The Lord Bless You”** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1991) · Alludes to
  This has been a glorious conference.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/the-lord-bless-you?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **“God Be with You Till We Meet Again”** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1990) · Alludes to
  The messages delivered at this pulpit have provided words of counsel and guidance for our journey through mortality.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/god-be-with-you-till-we-meet-again?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Woman—Of Infinite Worth** — Russell M. Nelson (October 1989) · Alludes to
  A righteous woman is a student of the scriptures.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/woman-of-infinite-worth?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

- **Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”** — Gene R. Cook (October 1988) · Alludes to
  Use music.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/inviting-others-to-come-unto-christ?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

- **Cleansing the Inner Vessel** — Ezra Taft Benson (April 1986) · Alludes to
  During the past few years a number of resources have been set in place in the Church to help us.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/cleansing-the-inner-vessel?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **“If Thou Art Faithful”** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 1984) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  Emma was instructed to make a collection of hymns for the Church, and it is interesting that this counsel came only three months after the Church was organized.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/10/if-thou-art-faithful?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

- **LDS Hymns—Worshiping with Song** — Franklin D. Richards (October 1982) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  In July of 1830, just three months after the organization of the Church, a revelation from the Lord was given to Emma Smith through her husband, the Prophet Joseph Smith, in which the Lord stated: “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.” (D&C 25:12.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/10/lds-hymns-worshiping-with-song?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Prayer and Revelation** — Marion G. Romney (April 1978) · Alludes to
  The Lord said to Emma Smith, “My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.” (D&C 25:12.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/prayer-and-revelation?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **The Poetry of Success** — Sterling W. Sill (April 1978) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  Just think what would happen in our lives if each of us memorized a goodly number of the poems of love.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/the-poetry-of-success?lang=eng&id=p74#p74

- **Inspiring Music—Worthy Thoughts** — Boyd K. Packer (October 1973) · Quote
  > “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
  The Lord has said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.” (D&C 25:12.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/inspiring-music-worthy-thoughts?lang=eng&id=p40#p40

- **Satan’s Thrust—Youth** — Ezra Taft Benson (October 1971) · Alludes to
  The Lord said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/satans-thrust-youth?lang=eng&id=p49#p49

- **Warnings from the Past** — Mark E. Petersen (April 1971) · Alludes to
  Church attendance in most denominations is falling off at a rapid rate.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/04/warnings-from-the-past?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Tune Your Heart to Jesus Christ: The Sacred Gift of Primary Music

Tracy Y. Browning October 2025 Saturday Morning Session

The scriptures teach that the songs of the righteous that come from the heart are a delight to the Savior.

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Live Up to Your Privileges

Emily Belle Freeman October 2024 Saturday Morning Session

While the Prophet Joseph was being tutored in keys, offices, ordinances, and how to assist in the service of the priesthood, the Lord Himself, through His prophet, gave a revelation to Emma.

Reference Verified
Live Up to Your Privileges

Emily Belle Freeman October 2024 Saturday Morning Session

Second, in her season of deep mourning, the Lord gave her purpose.

Reference Verified
Welcome to the Church of Joy

Patrick Kearon October 2024 Saturday Afternoon Session

As we sing, are we joining together to praise our God and King no matter the quality of our voices, or are we just mumbling or not singing at all?

Reference Verified
Where Two or Three Are Gathered

Henry B. Eyring April 2016 Saturday Morning Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads”

Quote High confidence
The Home: The School of Life

Enrique R. Falabella April 2013 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

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What I Hope My Granddaughters (and Grandsons) Will Understand about Relief Society

Julie B. Beck October 2011 General Relief Society Meeting

As the Lord began restoring His Church through the Prophet Joseph Smith, He again included women in a pattern of discipleship.

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A Word at Closing

Thomas S. Monson April 2010 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

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Prayer and Promptings

Boyd K. Packer October 2009 Saturday Afternoon Session

When temptation comes, you can invent a delete key in your mind—perhaps the words from a favorite hymn.

Reference Verified
Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers

Russell M. Nelson April 2009 Saturday Afternoon Session

The Lord has taught ways by which our prayers can be enhanced.

Reference Verified
Until We Meet Again

Thomas S. Monson April 2009 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

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Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament

Dallin H. Oaks October 2008 Saturday Morning Session

The music of sacrament meeting is a vital part of our worship.

Alludes to High confidence
Sweet Power of Prayer

Russell M. Nelson April 2003 Saturday Morning Session

I have felt impressed to conclude this message on prayer with a prayer—presented as a hymn.

Reference Verified
The Lifeline of Prayer

James E. Faust April 2002 Sunday Morning Session

Many prayers are spoken while we are on our knees.

Reference Verified
Patience—A Heavenly Virtue

Thomas S. Monson October 1995 Sunday Morning Session

All of the parts of the precious promise of twenty-seven years earlier were fulfilled, save one.

Reference Verified
Personal Revelation: The Gift, the Test, and the Promise

Boyd K. Packer October 1994 Sunday Morning Session

“My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

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Reverence Invites Revelation

Boyd K. Packer October 1991 Saturday Afternoon Session

“My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads”

Quote High confidence
The Voice Is Still Small

Graham W. Doxey October 1991 Saturday Afternoon Session

Number 1: Revitalize your weekly worship.

Alludes to High confidence
“The Lord Bless You”

Thomas S. Monson October 1991 Sunday Afternoon Session

This has been a glorious conference.

Alludes to High confidence
“God Be with You Till We Meet Again”

Thomas S. Monson October 1990 Sunday Afternoon Session

The messages delivered at this pulpit have provided words of counsel and guidance for our journey through mortality.

Alludes to High confidence
Woman—Of Infinite Worth

Russell M. Nelson October 1989 Saturday Afternoon Session

A righteous woman is a student of the scriptures.

Alludes to High confidence
Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”

Gene R. Cook October 1988 Priesthood Session

Use music.

Alludes to High confidence
Cleansing the Inner Vessel

Ezra Taft Benson April 1986 Saturday Morning Session

During the past few years a number of resources have been set in place in the Church to help us.

Alludes to High confidence
“If Thou Art Faithful”

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1984 General Women’s Meeting

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

Quote High confidence
LDS Hymns—Worshiping with Song

Franklin D. Richards October 1982 Saturday Afternoon Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

Quote High confidence
Prayer and Revelation

Marion G. Romney April 1978 Sunday Morning Session

The Lord said to Emma Smith, “My soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.” (D&C 25:12.)

Alludes to High confidence
The Poetry of Success

Sterling W. Sill April 1978 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

Quote High confidence
Inspiring Music—Worthy Thoughts

Boyd K. Packer October 1973 Friday Morning Session

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”

Quote High confidence
Satan’s Thrust—Youth

Ezra Taft Benson October 1971 Friday Morning Session

The Lord said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.

Alludes to High confidence
Warnings from the Past

Mark E. Petersen April 1971 Saturday Afternoon Session

Church attendance in most denominations is falling off at a rapid rate.

Alludes to High confidence

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Delight
God, the Standard of Righteousness
Heart
Prayer, Pray
Singing, Sing, Sang, Sung
Soul

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