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Religion

Refers to any set of beliefs of any community or nation, concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of life and the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a supernatural or divine agency.

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patriarchal blessing

Religion; Mormonism

A formal blessing given by an ordained patriarch in which the recipient's lineage from one of the tribes of Israel is usually declared, exhortations are given, and spiritual gifts ...

patriarch

Religion; Mormonism

(1) An office in the Melchizedek Priesthood; (2) a holder of that. Office in the Melchizedek Priesthood who gives patriarchal blessings; (3) an evangelist; (4) the father of a ...

paradise

Religion; Mormonism

The dwelling place of the spirits of the righteous dead who await resurrection and judgment.

outer darkness

Religion; Mormonism

A region totally removed from the light and glory of God, to which Satan and his followers will be consigned.

ordinances

Religion; Mormonism

A performance or prescribed ceremony related to the reception of a blessing, covenant, or ordination, such as baptism, confirmation, endowment, marriage, etc. , performed by one ...