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 organised band of Mormon militia men in 1838 who became the source for anti-Mormon legends.

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.

Doctrine and Covenants

Religion; Mormonism

A volume of Latter-day Saint scripture containing selected revelations given to Joseph Smith and his successors in the presidency of the Church.

Book of Enoch

Religion; Mormonism

A record kept by Enoch, yet to be revealed (D&C 107:57).

Ensign

Religion; Mormonism

Since 1971, the official monthly periodical published by the Church.

Ephraim

Religion; Mormonism

The son of Joseph who was sold into Egypt, and heir to the birthright. The patriarchal blessings of many Latter-day Saints declare them to be of the lineage of Ephraim.