The keys of the priesthood are the rights of presidency, or the power God gives to man to govern and direct the kingdom of God on the earth (see Matthew 16:15–19). Priesthood keys are necessary to direct the preaching of the gospel and the administration of the ordinances of salvation and exaltation.

Learn more in the article Priesthood Keys in the Church’s “Topics and Questions” section of the Gospel Library.

You may also watch the video “What are Latter-day Saint Priesthood Keys” by Third Hour.