 The twelve counselors could be composed of the members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles; however, there is no formal requirement that these individuals be chosen.A later revelation given to the Prophet Joseph on January 12, 1838 revealed more instructions, because of "wicked and aspiring men", "concerning the trying of the First Presidency of the Church of Latter-day Saints for transgression".This revelation was not put into the Doctrine and Covenants.