The new video, “What Are Baptisms for the Dead?” explains why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints perform baptisms for the dead on behalf of their ancestors to give them the opportunity to accept Jesus and be baptized.

You can learn more about the temple endowment in Gospel Topics.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has produced 5 new videos to explain Latter-day Saint temples:

• What Is a Temple Endowment?
• What Are Temple Garments?
• What Are Baptisms for the Dead?
• Can I Go Inside a Latter-day Saint Temple?
• What Is a Temple Wedding Like?