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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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Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Religion; Mormonism

The body of twelve men who, under the direction of the First Presidency, constitute the second-highest presiding quorum of the Church.

Quorums of the Seventy

Religion; Mormonism

General Authorities organized in bodies of up to seventy members. Under supervision of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve, they direct missionary and other administrative activities of ...

proselyte

Religion; Mormonism

An LDS variant of "proselytize," that is, to invite others to convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

prophet

Religion; Mormonism

The special powers and functions held by members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.

promised land

Religion; Mormonism

In Book of Mormon usage, usually the Western Hemisphere.

Primary

Religion; Mormonism

The auxiliary organization in the Church for children from ages eighteen months through eleven years.

priesthood quorum

Religion; Mormonism

An organized body of male members who hold the same priesthood office.

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