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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gospel

Religion; Mormonism

The "good news" of redemption through Jesus Christ; the principles and ordinances of the plan of salvation.

gold plates

Religion; Mormonism

The anciently engraved metal plates from which Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon.

According to the context in which it is used, the following meanings are possible for Latter-day Saints: (1) one not of the lineage of Israel; (2) a non-Latter-day Saint; (3) one who is not Jewish; ...

general conference

Religion; Mormonism

General assemblies of Church members in Salt Lake City, regularly convened every April and October.

General Authorities

Religion; Mormonism

Members of the presiding lay leadership of the Church: the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Quorums of the Seventy, and Presiding Bishopric.