In section third of this blasphemous document, as the careful reader will observe, there is a justification of that sentiment in Mormonism, which manifested itself from the beginning of their career, that the earth and the fulness thereof belonged to the "Saints," jure divino; that, hence, they had a right to appropriate to their own use anything among the Gentiles that they might desire, even to a Gentile's wife. It was a sufficient justification just to conclude that "the Lord needed such." This sentiment in its legitimate bearing has been amply exemplified in the work of the Danite bands and the "Mountain Meadow Massacre." It was this sentiment that involved them in troubles in Missouri, in Illinois, and in Utah, which could only be checked by the strong arm of the government of the United States. The constitution and laws of the United States guarantee to all of its citizens inalienable rights in the pursuit of happiness, and liberty of conscience, and pledges protection to person and property.
But, be it understood, no contract, or pledge by any legislative enactment, by any principality or power whatever is of any binding force, unless sealed by the Holy Spirit; and, be it understood, that seal cannot be affixed except by the hand of Joseph Smith! Therefore, O ye saints, fear not, for no deed, bond, or vow that simply has the seal of accursed Gentile powers is to be regarded by the saints. Hence, know ye, O ye people of the faith of Nephi, that neither in the resurrection, nor after the resurrection, will there be penalty for disregarding what the Gentiles call their rights! But
"4. Therefore, if any man marry him a wife in the world, and he marry her not by me, nor by my word; and he covenant
