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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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 materials.

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 "fulness of times. "

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 now part of the ...