Announcement
The Dubai United Arab Emirates Temple was announced by President Russell M. Nelson during the April 2020 General Conference on April 5, 2020. It will become the first temple built in the Middle East, marking a historic milestone for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The temple is expected to serve members from two stakes in the Gulf States as well as congregations throughout parts of the Middle East, Northern Africa, Eastern Europe, and Western Asia.
Current Status
The temple is currently in the planning and approval phase. The Church has announced that it will be located in District 2020 in Dubai, the legacy development created from the Expo 2020 Dubai site. However, an exact temple site has not yet been publicly identified, no official rendering has been released, and no groundbreaking date has been announced. Construction has not yet begun.
What to Watch for Next
The next major milestones will include the announcement of the temple's precise location within District 2020, the release of an official exterior rendering, and the announcement of a groundbreaking ceremony. After construction is completed, the Church will announce dates for the public open house and temple dedication.
Nearest Operating Temple
The Dubai United Arab Emirates Temple will be the first operating temple in the Middle East. Until it is completed, members throughout the region continue to travel to temples in Europe, Africa, or Asia to participate in temple ordinances. Once dedicated, the temple will significantly reduce travel for thousands of Latter-day Saints living across a vast geographic area.
Final Thoughts
The Dubai United Arab Emirates Temple represents one of the most historic temple announcements in recent Church history. As the first temple in the Middle East, it reflects the continued worldwide growth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the increasing availability of temple blessings across the globe. Although the project remains in its early planning stages, it stands as a significant milestone for members throughout the region.
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