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Bruce Redd McConkie (July 29, 1915—April 19, 1985) was an influential Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

He is remembered by the many doctrinal books he wrote, such as Mormon Doctrine and The Messiah Series, and for writing the chapter headings for the Standard Works. Mormon Doctrine, published in 1958, was a first attempt to compile the doctrines of the Church into a single, comprehensive volume, and it was solely Elder McConkie's work.

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However, the tone of the book was extremely authoritative, and though some of the doctrines presented were not approved by the First Presidency, the book was popular and looked upon as authoritative by members of the Church.

The First Presidency oversaw revisions to the book, at first reluctant to republish it in any form. New editions were released in 1966 (with a more moderate tone) and 1978 (after the Priesthood was given to all worthy male members of the Chu