How the Temple will Survive Earthquakes

Have you ever wondered why the Salt Lake Temple is undergoing an extensive renovation? The primary reason is to fit this historic structure with a seismic upgrade that enables it to withstand high-magnitude earthquakes. Watch this comprehensive video (long version) that shows the meticulous effort and precise process taken by skilled engineers and tradespeople to complete the work.

[dfymyworld]

I totally think that Discovery should make a documentary about this AMAZING work of engineering.

[anelderinisrael]

That is awesome! I love how the church is continuing what Brigham Young said in 1863, "“I want to see [the] temple built in a manner that it will endure through the millennium."

[DBrentWalton]

That's amazing. As an engineer, this blows me away that they can do this with an existing structure. I'm pretty sure whoever came up with this remodel design was inspired of God.

[krystlebauer]

There’s so many connections we can make from this to our own spiritual foundations. Something that struck me is the way the earth is supported from the sides to stop the weight of the building from smooshing it out. How many times have friends and family supported me and stopped the “earth” from coming out from under me when my own spiritual foundation renovations were taking place?

[taylorsessions]

Really neat to see the church take a proactive approach to preserving this building.

[-BROWNMONK-]

Just as the temple is under renovation, i too am under spiritual renovation to withstand the tremors and shaking of the adversary in these last days. The stabilizing grace of our Heavenly Father will always sustain those who seek to do his will. Gods name be praised forever and ever. Peace and blessings 🙏🏽

[alightinthestorm]

This preparation is inspiring! It’s a parable for how we should be spiritual reinforcing our structure so that earthquakes won’t rock our foundation 🙏🏼

[carrie]

A temple meant to last through the millennium. ❤️

[JennyG.COW]

Thank you for sharing the work and progress being made on our behalf for this Beautiful and Iconic Temple!
I loved learning about the important steps being made to reinforce the Salt Lake Temple. I didn't realize just how detailed and involved it would be to preserve a structure as Sacred as this one, but I'm so grateful for all those who are taking extremely careful measures to ensure its survival not only in its eventual outcome and possible future events, but also During the process.

It reminds me of a thought that I had during your shorter video version of this. It reminded me that there's also a lot of hidden processes that We each undergo as we strive to follow Jesus Christ and live His Gospel.
Although people might not see our individual Spiritual, Foundational Renovations, we can still choose to upgrade our Spiritual Seismic capacity by building our Spiritual Foundation on Jesus Christ, the Chief Cornerstone and Bedrock of our Faith.
As we choose to do so, with Christ's Secure Foundation, we can withstand the Spiritual tremors - or even earthquakes, that Satan and his followers use, as they seek to destroy.

[shackti]

This is one of the coolest things I've ever seen. I can't wait until it's finished!

[CraigBG]

“For hundreds of years to come.” Stunning.

[LBCORP]

Absolutely mind-blowing! How brilliant – and inspired – is the person who came up with this plan to say “Ok, here’s what we’re going to do and here’s how we’re going to do it.” I don’t know who the chief engineer is on this project, but I’m willing to guess his initials are JC.

[Pixel_Page]

The extensive structural fortification of the temple should serve as an example of how we must spiritually fortify our families and communities against the coming troubles. Lots of difficulties, and miracles, will precede the 2nd coming.

[balduran]

I feel like if you consider the sacrifices made by the Utah pioneers in order to build this temple as a percentage of their wealth and capabilities, that this, though enormously expensive and time consuming even by today's standards, pales in comparison to their sacrifices to build that temple in the first place.

[kathypaaaina]

Aloha hugs 🤗 I worked in the Laie Temple over 17 years ago we had
A Earthquake it had to be stabilize
After my two years of Service. We had to fly to Kona,
San Diego Temple is on 12 12 Foot Springs. AWESOME Structural Engineers.
THE most amazing Video.

[zionmama]

How we can survive earthquakes is the same way:
1- base isolation — a foundation that lets the Earth move and not the building. Steadfast and immovable.
2- structural reinforcement — Being able to move as ONE with God and with the Saints with Him
3- footings — the rods, like the rod of Iron or the word of God
4- cylindrical beams and wall — having supports that can handle the weight placed on it
5- lower foundation — firm foundation in Christ and not our own ability. It must be flexible and willing to move as the Lord wills, not stiff.
6- structural integrity — honesty and uprightness before God, making sure that our top is connected to our roots.

[SteveGovern]

Oh wow. That is amazingly complex. Kudos to engineers that came up with this stuff and workers to do it. The Church is awesome.

[lindathomas]

I can't even fathom the knowledge, expertise, and tremendous undertaking this renovation is! Unbelievable!

[jamesking]

I visited the construction site in October 2020 and was amazed to see the foundation of the Temple about 60 feet down.

I did a session in Salt Lake in 2001 with great memories.

[bisonuberti]

The engineering alone is incredibly marvelous let alone the task of achieving the construction of the work.