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The LDS Church's 1981 edition also contains two " Official Declarations " at the book's conclusion, the first renouncing polygamy in 1890, and the second in 1978 announcing the opening of priesthood ordination to all worthy male members including previously restricted members of African descent.

These two " Official Declarations " are not revelations, but they serve as the formal announcements that a revelation was received.

In neither case is the entire revelation included in the Doctrine and Covenants.

The text of Official Declaration — 1 has been included in every LDS Church printing of the Doctrine and Covenants since 1908.