Mormonism

Mormonism

The religion practiced by Mormons. Founded by Joseph Smith, Jr. in the 1820s as a form of Christian primitivism, Mormonism is the predominant religious tradition of the Latter Day Saints.

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family home evening

Religion; Mormonism

A program in which families gather (usually on Monday evening) for family-centered spiritual training and social activities.

Family History Library

Religion; Mormonism

The Church's repository of genealogical and historical data, the largest of its kind in the world, with branch libraries in more than 1,400 stake centers.

family history

Religion; Mormonism

Activity in the LDS Church that involves tracing one's lineage and composing ancestral histories.

excommunication

Religion; Mormonism

A disciplinary action against a Church member in which membership is withdrawn. (See Disciplinary Procedures)

exaltation

Religion; Mormonism

Attainment of the highest degree of glory in the celestial kingdom.

Eve

Religion; Mormonism

The first woman. Latter-day Saints view her as one of the greatest and noblest of all women.

disciplinary procedures

Religion; Mormonism

The process of bringing a Church member before a priesthood officer or disciplinary council to account for alleged transgressions against Church standards and to take necessary steps toward ...