The phrase “burning in the bosom” comes from Doctrine and Covenants 9:8 and is used in Mormonism to describe a spiritual confirmation from the Holy Ghost. Members are taught to pray about decisions or teachings and to look for a warm, peaceful feeling in the heart as a sign that something is true. This sensation is often connected to gaining a personal testimony of the Book of Mormon or of church leaders. While it is described as a physical feeling, leaders also emphasize that the Spirit communicates in quiet impressions and peace of mind. For many Latter-day Saints, this concept is central to recognizing answers to prayer and receiving personal revelation.
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