DC 99:1b This high council was appointed by revelation for the purpose of
settling important difficulties, which might arise in the church, which could not be settled by the church, or the bishop's council, to the satisfaction of the parties.
DC 128:5 It is well to understand that the term "regions round about" must mean more than a small area of country round about the central spot, and that the necessity of the great majority of the church in gathering together can only be provided for by
settling carefully together as many in one region as may be practicable and profitable and in accordance with the feelings of the people under the laws existing in the places where such settlements are to be made.
DC 128:6a The great variety of callings, avocations, and professions will present difficulties precluding the practicability of all
settling and living in near proximity to each other.
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