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The Lord’s statement in D&C 20:1 is the earliest known reference to the First
Vision.
“At about the age of twelve years my mind became seriously impressed with regard
to the all-important concern for the welfare of my immortal soul, which led me to search
the Scriptures, believing, as I was taught, that they contained the word of God.
“Then applying myself to them, and my intimate acquaintances with those of
different denominations, led me to marvel exceedingly, for I discovered that they did not
adorn their profession by a holy walk and godly conversation, agreeable to what I found
contained in that sacred depository."