One of the most doctrinally rich and theologically profound discourses ever given in our day is Denver Snuffer’s Our Divine Parents. Delivered in 2018, this paper and its accompanying talk represent a stunningly deep exposition on the nature of God, the true structure of the divine family, and the essential roles of Heavenly Mother and Father. Denver’s treatment of this topic is not only revelatory but stands apart from both traditional LDS and mainstream Christian thought.
While Latter-day Saints have long acknowledged the existence of a Heavenly Mother, she has remained shrouded in mystery—mentioned in hushed tones but never seriously discussed in theological discourse. In contrast, Denver boldly declares that the Divine Mother is not only real but active in the governance of creation. His insights pierce through the veil of cultural and theological blindness, revealing Her presence throughout scripture. This paper is not merely speculative theology; it is a modern revelation given with the permission of Those it concerns—our Heavenly Parents Themselves.
A Declaration of Permission
One of the first striking statements in Denver’s talk is his declaration that he is only addressing this topic because he has received permission from the Divine Beings of whom he speaks. He does not claim the right to discuss them independently but acts as a witness to their reality and role in our existence. This alone sets Our Divine Parents apart as a work of divine disclosure rather than mere intellectual inquiry.
The Divine Couple: One in Harmony, Not Singular in Being
Traditional Christian theology holds to a strictly monotheistic conception of God, whereas mainstream LDS belief allows for a plurality of divine beings but remains vague on the nature of their relationship. Denver refines and expands this understanding, demonstrating that Elohim—translated as “God” in the Old Testament—is a plural noun. The God of Israel is not a solitary male figure but a Divine Couple, a Heavenly Father and Mother who together constitute the image of God.
Genesis 1:27 states:
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
Denver meticulously unpacks the Hebrew language to show that the word translated as “God” (Elohim) is inherently plural. The creation of mankind—both male and female—is a direct reflection of the dual nature of God. Unlike traditional Christianity, which portrays God as a singular, all-male entity, Denver’s exposition restores the original, balanced, and unified vision of a male and female Divine Source.
The Role of Heavenly Mother: The Embodiment of Wisdom
One of the most beautiful insights in Our Divine Parents is the identification of the Divine Mother’s role as Wisdom personified. Throughout scripture, the attribute of wisdom is consistently linked to the feminine, and Denver demonstrates that many passages traditionally read as poetic personifications of wisdom are, in fact, veiled references to Heavenly Mother Herself.
Knowledge (masculine) initiates; Wisdom (feminine) receives, guides, and tempers. Knowledge can be dangerous unless it is informed by wisdom. Wisdom provides guidance and counsel to channel what comes from knowledge. These are eternal attributes, part of what it means to be male or female.
The interplay between knowledge and wisdom is not just a philosophical observation; it is an eternal truth about the relationship between the Divine Male and the Divine Female. The Father initiates creation, but it is the Mother who orders, refines, and bestows wisdom upon it.
Jehovah and His Consort
A particularly radical yet well-supported claim in Denver’s discourse is that Jehovah (Yahweh), the God of Israel, is also a dual being—a Divine Male with a Divine Female companion. This insight aligns with ancient Israelite beliefs, in which a divine consort was acknowledged alongside Yahweh as His divine counterpart. The removal of the Divine Mother from religious tradition was not due to revelation but apostasy.
This concept has profound implications for understanding Christ. If Christ is in the image of the Father, then He too has a Divine Female counterpart—His own eternal companion. Just as Adam was not complete without Eve, Christ’s fullness requires His own eternal consort.
Adam and Eve: A Pattern for the Divine
Denver expounds upon the creation of Adam and Eve as a revelation of God’s very nature. The formation of Eve from Adam’s side was not a subjugation of woman but an illustration of the eternal unity between male and female. Just as Adam and Eve together form the first divine couple of mortality, their creation reflects the eternal relationship of the Gods who brought them into being.
This interpretation challenges both the LDS and Christian traditions, which have largely diminished the theological significance of Eve. In Denver’s view, she represents the Divine Mother, the counterpart to the Father, and the one who bestows wisdom and order upon creation.
A Call to Seek the Hidden Truths
Denver makes a powerful case that many of these truths have been deliberately concealed—either by divine decree or by human error. Proverbs 25:2 states:
It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Truths about the Divine Feminine have been hidden in plain sight, waiting for those with eyes to see and ears to hear. Denver invites us to search the scriptures anew, to recognize the Heavenly Mother in passages where wisdom speaks, and to embrace the reality of the Divine Parents who together form the foundation of all creation.
A Revelation Worth Revisiting
For those who seek a deeper understanding of God’s nature, Our Divine Parents is a must-read. It challenges long-held assumptions, restores lost truths, and invites the reader into a more complete relationship with God—not just as a distant Father but as a loving, guiding, and wise Mother as well.
If you have not yet read this paper, I encourage you to do so. The depth of doctrine, the scriptural insights, and the revelatory nature of this work make it one of the most significant theological contributions of our time.
Read the full paper here:
Our Divine Parents – Paper
Our Divine Parents – Transcript
This is not just another theological speculation; it is a modern revelation delivered with permission from Those it concerns. If we are to prepare ourselves for Zion, we must begin by understanding the true nature of God—a God who is not merely a King, but also a Queen; not just Knowledge, but also Wisdom.
May those who have ears to hear receive this message with the reverence it deserves.
