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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brethren

Religion; Mormonism

(1) All male members of the Church; (2) "The Brethren," a designation of the General Authorities of the Church.

general board

Religion; Mormonism

A small group of Church members called to help leaders of Church auxiliary organizations, such as Relief Society or Sunday School, at both the stake and the general Church administrative levels.

angels

Religion; Mormonism

Literally, messengers; usually referring to messengers from God.

age of accountability

Religion; Mormonism

The age at which a child becomes personally responsible for motives, attitudes, desires, and actions. Designated by revelation to begin at eight years of age (D&C 68:25). (See Teachings About ...

dispensation of the fulness of times

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 "fulness of times. "