Religion

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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beyond the veil

Religion; Mormonism

A metaphorical expression for the spirit world or for life after death. (See Teachings About the Afterlife home page)

endowment

Religion; Mormonism

Ordinances of instruction and covenant performed by and for individuals in temples.

anointing(s)

Religion; Mormonism

The placing of a drop or two of consecrated olive oil on a person's head as part of a special blessing, under the direction of the Melchizedek Priesthood.

conference reports

Religion; Mormonism

The published proceedings of the general conferences of the Church.

correlation

Religion; Mormonism

A process by which all programs of the Church are identified and placed in proper relationship to each other: teachings, organizations, programs, meetings, and instructional ...

dispensation of the gospel

Religion; Mormonism

A period of time in which priesthood authority and keys are established among mankind. The present dispensation, the last before the second coming of Christ, is called the ...

Book of Moses

Religion; Mormonism

A record from the creation of the world and mankind to the flood at Noah's time, revealed to Joseph Smith while he was translating the Bible. Selections from the Book of Moses are ...