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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Cumorah

Religion; Mormonism

(1) A hill in which the Book of Mormon prophet Mormon concealed sacred records before the annihilation of his people; (2) the hill in New York State, near the town of Palmyra, where Joseph Smith ...

Danites

Religion; Mormonism

A small and briefly organized band of Mormon militia men in 1838 who became the source for anti-Mormon legends.

deacon

Religion; Mormonism

An office in the Aaronic Priesthood.

denying the Holy Ghost

Religion; Mormonism

(1) In general terms, rejecting a spiritual witness given by the Holy Ghost; (2) another term for blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, which is an unpardonable sin.