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Encyclopedia of Mormonism Volumes S - Z
Published in 1992, the Encyclopedia contains nearly 1500 articles. There are over 730 contributors most of whom had LDS and academic backgrounds.

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Category:S - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Help Category:S From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Pages in category "S" The following 118 pages are in this category, out of 118 total. S Sabbath Day Sacrament Sacrament Meeting Sacred Grove Sacrifice Sacrifice in Biblical Times...
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Sabbath Day - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sabbath Day From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Smart, William B. The Sabbath is a day set apart for rest and spiritual renewal. The importance of Sabbath observance taught ...
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Sacrament - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sacrament From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [This entry is in two parts: Sacrament and Sacrament: Sacrament Prayers. The first part explains the practice of partaking of the Sacrament...
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c Sacrament Meeting From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Gates, Georgia author: Gates, Crawford Sacrament meeting is the principal LDS worship service held on the Sabbath a...
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Sacred Grove - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sacred Grove From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Enders, Donald L. A grove of trees on the Joseph Smith, Sr., the farm near Palmyra, New York, is revered by Latter-day Saints as...
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Sacrifice - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sacrifice From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Thomas, Gloria Jenn God requires the sacrifice of his people both to make or renew covenants with him and to test their ultimate loyal...
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Sacrifice in Biblical Times - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sacrifice in Biblical Times From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Draper, Richard D. The first commandments received by Adam and Eve after being driven from the...
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Saints - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Saints From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Lyon, James K. The revealed name of the Church is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (D&C 115:4), wherein the term "saints"...
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Salt Lake Temple - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Salt Lake Temple From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Hanks, Marion Duff The Salt Lake Temple is an impressive structure standing on the ten-acre Temple Square
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Salt Lake Theatre - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Salt Lake Theatre From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Metten, Charles The Salt Lake Theatre was built in downtown Salt Lake City in 1861-1862 at a cost of over $100,000...
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Salt Lake Valley - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Salt Lake Valley From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Berrett, Lamar C. In 1847 Brigham Young, like a modern Moses, led the first pioneer Saints across a 1,300-mile stretch...
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Salvation - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Salvation From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Burton, Alma P. Salvation is the greatest gift of God (D&C 6:13). The root of the word means to be saved, or placed beyond the pow...
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Children - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Children From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [This entry consists of three articles: Children: Roles of Children Children: Blessing of Children Salvation of Children The first article ...
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The salvation of the Dead - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Salvation of the Dead From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Fugal, Elma A distinctive doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is that the dead as ...
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Samuel the Lamanite - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Samuel the Lamanite From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Wilcox, S. Michael Samuel the Lamanite was the only Book of Mormon prophet identified as a Lamanite. Apart from...
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Sanctification - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sanctification From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Ott, C. Eric Sanctification is the process of becoming a saint, holy and spiritually clean and pure, by purging all sin ...
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Sarah - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sarah From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Durham, Louise Gardiner Sarah was the wife of Abraham. Originally named Sarai (which possibly meant "contentions"), she was renamed Sarah ...
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Satanism - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Satanism From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Thomas, Janet The cult of Satanism has evolved over many years. At the present time, symbols related to Satan have become so prevalent...
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Satellite Communications System - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Satellite Communications System From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Christensen, Bruce L. Communications satellites, as here referred to, are small radio ...
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Scandinavia, the Church in - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Scandinavia, the Church in From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Langeland, John At the General Conference of the Church in Salt Lake City on October 6, 1849, El...
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Schismatic Groups - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Schismatic Groups From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Tanner, Martin S. Like any large religious body, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has had a number ...
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Schools - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Schools From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Cranney, A. Garr LDS theology places great importance on the acquiring of knowledge. This knowledge includes not only religious truth ...
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Schools of the Prophets - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Schools of the Prophets From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Sorensen, Steven R. Between 1833 and 1884, Church leaders from time to time organized schools for inst...
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Science and Religion - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Science and Religion From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search Author: Paul, Erich Robert Because of belief in the ultimate compatibility of all truth and in the eternal character of human knowledge, Latter-day Saints tend to ...
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Science and Scientists - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Science and Scientists From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search Author: Miller, Robert L. In a world where science and religion have sometimes been at odds, Latter-day Saints stand out for their positive attitudes toward sc...
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Scouting - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Scouting From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Snow, Lowell M. The Boy Scout movement began in England under the guidance of Lord Robert Baden-Powell in 1909. It appeared in the U...
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Scripture Study-The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Scripture Study From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Packard, Dennis J. From childhood, Latter-day Saints are taught to read and study the scriptures in order to know Jesu...
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Scripture, Interpretation Within Scripture - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Scripture, Interpretation Within Scripture From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Thomas, Catherine The key to interpreting scriptural passages of...
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Scriptures - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Scriptures From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [This entry consists of four articles: Scriptures Authority Scriptures: Words of Living Prophets Scriptures: Forthcoming Scripture The ...
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Sculptors - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sculptors From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Oman, Richard G. The earliest LDS sculptors were English emigrant craftsmen who provided ornamentation for the Nauvoo and pioneer ...
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Seagulls, Miracle of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seagulls, Miracle of From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Sadler, Richard W. The first LDS pioneers entered the Salt Lake Valley in July 1847 (see Pioneer Day).
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Sealing - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sealing From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [This entry consists of three articles: Sealing: Sealing Power Sealing: Temple Sealings Sealing: Cancellation of Sealings The first article, ...
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Jesus Christ, Second Comforter - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jesus Christ, Second Comforter From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Sherry, Thomas E. The term "Second Comforter" refers to Jesus Christ in his role of mini...
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Second Coming of Jesus Christ - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Second Coming of Jesus Christ From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [The second coming of Jesus Christ refers to his return to the earth in glory to reign as King of...
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Second Estate - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Second Estate From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Baugh, Alexander L. "Second estate" is a Latter-day Saint term that refers to mankind's mortal existence on this earth. In...
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Secret Combinations - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Secret Combinations From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Hillam, Ray Cole In latter-day scriptures, secret combinations are groups of conspirators who plot and initiat...
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Sect - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sect From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Young, Lawrence A. In ordinary usage the word "sect" refers to any body of followers or adherents, ranging from the main religions of the
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Seed of Abraham - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seed of Abraham From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Ostergar, Allen C., Jr. The "seed of Abraham" are those who, through righteousness, inherit the blessings promised Abr...
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Seer - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seer From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Walker, Steven C. In ancient usage, "seer" is an alternative term for prophet (1 Sam. 9:9). A seer is a person endowed by God with a special...
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Seer Stones - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seer Stones From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Turley, Richard E., Jr. Joseph Smith wrote that in 1823 an angel told him about "two stones in silver bows fastened to a breast...
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Self-Sufficiency (Self-Reliance) - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Self-Sufficiency (Self-Reliance) From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Macmurray, Val Dan The term "self-sufficiency" refers to a principle underlying the ...
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Seminaries - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seminaries From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Christensen, Joe J. Seminaries are that part of the Church Educational System which provides weekday religious instruction for y...
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Senior Citizens - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Senior Citizens From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Peterson, Evan T. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has always had concern for the well-being of its old...
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Sermon on the Mount - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sermon on the Mount From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Updegraff, Robert Timothy The Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7) is for Latter-day Saints, as well as for all other...
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Seth - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seth From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Adams, L. Lamar Seth was the son of Adam and Eve, a high priest, a patriarch, and one chosen to fill the birthright promise of the covenant ...
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Setting Apart - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Setting Apart From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Thompson, Dennis L. "Setting apart" is a priesthood ordinance that is performed by the laying on of hands, authorizing
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Seventy - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Seventy From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. This entry contains three articles Seventy: Overview Seventy: First Council of the Seventy Seventy: Quorums of Seventy The first article
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Sex Education - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sex Education From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Hutchison, Darlene Chidester Latter-day Saints are instructed that parents have the divinely appointed responsibility and ...
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Sexuality - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sexuality From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Olson, Terrance D. In LDS life and thought, sexuality consists of attitudes, feelings, and desires that are God-given and central ...
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Sick, Blessing the - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sick, Blessing the From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Kezerian, Nephi K. Latter-day Saints are committed to the reality of healing through faith in Jesus Christ, to a...
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LDS Student Association - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism LDS Student Association From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Cannon, Elaine Anderson The LDS Student Association (LDSSA) is an organization which sponsors social, ...
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Sign Seeking - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sign Seeking From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Shute, R. Wayne Signs are greeted by the faithful with reverence and appreciation (see Signs As Divine Witness). On the other...
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Signs - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Signs From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [Signs mark, indicate, represent, symbolize, give direction, or point to other things beyond themselves, and are sometimes miraculous
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Signs As Divine Witness - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Signs As Divine Witness From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Shute, R. Wayne Signs have been given by the Lord to manifest his power "both in heaven and in earth" ...
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Signs of the Times - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Signs of the Times From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Boone, David F. The phrase "signs of the times" was used by Jesus Christ when he reproved certain antagonists fo...
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Signs of the True Church - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Signs of the True Church From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Hartshorn, Leon R. The New Testament shows that in the meridian of time Jesus Christ established his...
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Silk Culture - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Silk Culture From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Hall, Elizabeth H. President Brigham Young conceived sericulture in the Great Basin as an important component in economic st...
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Sin - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sin From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Brown, Bruce L.Author: Olson, Terrance D. Sin is willful wrongdoing. James indicates that it can also be the willful failure to do right: "The...
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Single Adults - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Single Adults From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Young, Lawrence A. The Church is generally perceived to be a family church; but for various reasons many Church members be...
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Sisterhood - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sisterhood From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Cannon, Janath RussellAuthor: Mulvay-Derr, Jill Sisterhood, like brotherhood, is rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ that views...
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Smith Family - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith Family From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Reynolds, Sydney Smith Joseph and Lucy Mack Smith, parents of the Prophet Joseph Smith, were married in Tunbridge, Vermont, ...
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Smith Family Ancestors - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith Family Ancestors From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Anderson, A. Gary Five generations of the Prophet Joseph Smith's ancestors lived in Topsfield, Massachus...
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Smith, Bathsheba Bigler - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Bathsheba Bigler From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Arrington, Harriet Horne Bathsheba Wilson Bigler Smith (1822-1910) was the fourth general president of...
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Smith, Emma Hale - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Emma Hale From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Madsen, Carol Cornwall Emma Hale Smith (1804-1879), wife of the Prophet Joseph Smith, was born July 10, 1804, in the...
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Smith, George Albert - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, George Albert From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Ellsworth, S. George George Albert Smith (1870-1951), the eighth president of the Church, was born April 4, ...
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Smith, Hyrum - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Hyrum From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Van Orden, Bruce A. Among early Mormon leaders, Hyrum Smith (1800-1844) stands next to his brother the Prophet Joseph Smith ...
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Smith, Joseph F. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Joseph F. From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Van Orden, Bruce A. Joseph F. Smith (1838-1918), sixth president of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ...
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Smith, Joseph Fielding - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Joseph Fielding From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: McConkie, AmeliaAuthor: McConkie, Mark L. Joseph Fielding Smith (1876-1972), the tenth President of the ...
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Smith, Joseph Sr. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Joseph Sr. From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Anderson, A. Gary Joseph Smith, Sr. (1771-1840), father of the Prophet Joseph Smith, believed in the religious exp...
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Smith, Lucy Mack - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Lucy Mack From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Anderson, Richard Lloyd Lucy Mack Smith (1775-1856) was the mother of the Prophet Joseph Smith and his main biography...
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Smith, Mary Fielding - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smith, Mary Fielding From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Madsen, Susan Arrington Mary Fielding Smith (1801-1852) has the unique distinction of being the mother of on...
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Smoot Hearings - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Smoot Hearings From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Heath, Harvard S. Before seating Senator-elect Reed Smoot, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the U.S. Senat...
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Snow, Eliza R. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Snow, Eliza R. From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Beecher, Maureen Ursenbach Dubbed "Zion's poetess" by Joseph Smith, Eliza Roxcy Snow (1804-1887) is still noted widely f...
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Snow, Lorenzo - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Snow, Lorenzo From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Smith, Paul Thomas Author: Beecher, Maureen Ursenbach Lorenzo Snow (1814-1901) was the fifth President of The Church of Jes...
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Social and Cultural History - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Social and Cultural History From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search Author: May, Dean L. [For nineteenth-century beliefs and customs related more directly to worship, see Pioneer Life and Worship.] As a people, member...
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Social Characteristics - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Social Characteristics From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Bahr, Stephen J. The major social characteristics and attitudes of Latter-day Saints in the United State...
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Social Services - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Social Services From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Clement, C. Ross The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints calls upon LDS Social Services, a separate corporatio...
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Socialization - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Socialization From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Thomas, Darwin L. In general, socialization refers to the processes used to internalize the ways of a particular group in ...
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Societies and Organizations - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Societies and Organizations From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Cherrington, David J. The vitality and relevance of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have spawned the formation of a wide asso...
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Society - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Society From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [Mormon life is inseparably involved with people. See, generally, Children; Community; Family; Lifestyle; Marriage; Men, Roles of; Social and...
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Solemn Assemblies - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Solemn Assemblies From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Turley, Richard E., Jr. In the Old Testament, Israel met in solemn assembly on the seventh day of the Feast of the...
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Jesus Christ, Names and Titles of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jesus Christ, Names and Titles of From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Robinson, Stephen E. Since Jesus Christ is the central focus both in Church devotion and in scripture, he is naturally known unde...
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Sons of Perdition - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sons of Perdition From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Turner, Rodney In LDS scripture Lucifer and cain are called Perdition, meaning "destruction" (D&C 76:26; Moses 5:2...
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Soul - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Soul From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Williams, Richard N. In Latter-day Saint terminology "soul" is used in various ways, with diverse connotations found throughout the scriptur...
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South America, the Church in - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism South America, the Church in From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [This entry consists of three articles: South America, the Church in: Brazil South America, the Chu...
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South Bainbridge (Afton), New York - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism South Bainbridge (Afton), New York From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Madsen, Gordon A. In October 1825, Josiah Stowell (sometimes spelled Stoal) of B...
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Spafford, Belle Smith - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spafford, Belle Smith From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Mouritsen, Maren M. Marion Isabelle (Belle) Sims Smith Spafford (1895-1982) was a gifted administrator and...
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Spaulding Manuscript - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spaulding Manuscript From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Chase, Lance D. The Spaulding Manuscript is a fictional story about a group of Romans who, while sailing to ...
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Spirit - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spirit From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Jensen, Jay E. The existence of both good and evil spirit beings is a prominent doctrine in LDS theology. Spirits are intelligent, self-...
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Spirit Body - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spirit Body From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Andersen, Wilson K. Latter-day Saints believe that each person was born in premortal life as a spirit son or daughter of God. ...
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Light of Christ - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Light of Christ From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Dunford, C. Kent The Light of Christ refers to the spiritual power that emanates from God to fill the immensity of spa...
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Spirit of Prophecy - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spirit of Prophecy From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Plummer, Louise Spirit of prophecy is equated in Revelation 19:10with "the testimony of Jesus." For members of T...
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Spirit Prison - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spirit Prison From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Parsons, Robert J. In Latter-day Saint doctrine the "spirit prison" is both a condition and a place within the postearthly...
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Spirit World - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spirit World From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Bowen, Walter D. The spirit world is the habitation of spirits. The earth itself and the living things on the earth have spi...
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Spiritual Death - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Spiritual Death From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Romney, Richard M. Spiritual death is the condition of one who is spiritually cut off, temporarily or permanently, fro...
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Sports - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sports From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Jensen, Clayne R. The LDS Church was a pioneer among religious faiths in promoting physical activity, sports, and recreation for members...
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Stake - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Stake From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Albrecht, Stan L. Stakes are an intermediate unit of organization between Church headquarters and the local wards. A stake ordinarily comp...
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Stake President, Stake Presidency - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Stake President, Stake Presidency From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Cameron, Kim S. The Church officer who presides over several wards (congregations)...
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Standard Works - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Standard Works From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Williams, Clyde J. Standard works are the books accepted by Latter-day Saints as scripture: the Bible, Book of Mormon, D...
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Stereotyping of Latter-Day Saints - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Stereotyping of Latter-Day Saints From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Bunker, Gary L. From the time Joseph Smith's visions became public knowledge, many...
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Sterilization - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sterilization From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Rytting, Lorry E. Sterilization, including voluntary vasectomies, tied fallopian tubes, or premature hysterectomies, are s...
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Stewardship - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Stewardship From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: England, J. Lynn "Stewardship" in LDS vocabulary is responsibility given through the Lord to act in behalf of others. It is ba...
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Stillborn Children - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Stillborn Children From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Inouye, Jeanne B. Medically, a stillborn child is a dead fetus developed to a point at which it normally would h...
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Strait and Narrow - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Strait and Narrow From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Mckinlay, Daniel B. Latter-day Saints speak of following the "strait and narrow" path to eternal life. These words are found in both ancient and modern scripture...
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Succession in the Presidency - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Succession in the Presidency From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Hickman, Martin B. Upon the death of the President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-d...
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Suffering in the World - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Suffering in the World From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Broderick, Carlfred Suffering is inherent in mortality. Physical bodies are subject to pain and discomfo...
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Suicide - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Suicide From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Sullivan, Clyde E. From an LDS perspective, suicide is a moral issue and is to be handled with particular sensitivity and human caring...
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Sunday - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sunday From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Barksdale, Glen E. Whereas the seventh or sabbath day was established as a day of rest and worship and a commemoration of the Creation (...
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Sunday School - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sunday School From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Poelman, B. Lloyd Sunday School in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is held weekly in each local ward or br...
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Sword of Laban - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Sword of Laban From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Benson, Reed A. Laban, a Book of Mormon contemporary of Nephi 1 in Jerusalem (c. 600 B.C.), possessed a unique sword. "T...
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Symbolism - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Symbolism From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Compton, Todd The word "symbol" derives from the Greek word sumbolon, which means literally "something thrown together"; this word...
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Category: T - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism The following 42 pages are in this category, out of 42 total. T Tabernacle Choir Tabernacle Organ Tabernacle, Salt Lake City Taylor, Elmina Shepard Taylor, ...
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Mormon Tabernacle Choir - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Mormon Tabernacle Choir From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Dayley, K. Newell The Mormon Tabernacle Choir originated in mid-nineteenth-century Salt Lake City. It ...
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Tabernacle Organ - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tabernacle Organ From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Bethards, Jack M. While not the world's largest, the organ in the Salt Lake tabernacle is one of the most famous mus...
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Tabernacle, Salt Lake City - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tabernacle, Salt Lake City From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Anderson, Paul L. This dome-shaped building on Temple Square in Salt Lake City is one of the mos...
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Taylor, Elmina Shepard - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Taylor, Elmina Shepard From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Jacobsen, Florence Smith Elmina (Mina) Shepard Taylor (1830-1904), the first general president of the Yo...
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Taylor, John - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Taylor, John From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Smith, Paul Thomas John Taylor (1808-1887), the third President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was born...
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Tea - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tea From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Lyon, Joseph Lynn Devout Latter-day Saints do not drink teas containing caffeine. This practice derives from an 1833 revelation known as the W...
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Teacher, Aaronic Priesthood - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Teacher, Aaronic Priesthood From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Christianson, Jack R. A deacon in the Aaronic Priesthood is, when worthy, advanced to the offi...
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Teachers, Teacher Development - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Teachers, Teacher Development From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Adamson, Harley K. Latter-day Saints consider Jesus the master teacher who sets the exampl...
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Teaching the Gospel - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Teaching the Gospel From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Van Mondfrans, Adrian P. Among Latter-day Saints, the ultimate purpose of teaching the gospel is the transform...
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Telestial Kingdom - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Telestial Kingdom From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Williams, Clyde J. The Telestial Kingdom in Latter-day Saint understanding is the lowest of the three degrees of g...
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Garments - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Garments From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Marshall, Evelyn T. The word "garment" has distinctive meanings to Latter-day Saints. The white undergarment worn by those members w...
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Temple Ordinances - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temple Ordinances From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Rozsa, Allen Claire The ordinances performed only in the temple are baptisms for the dead, washings and anointings...
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Temple President and Matron - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temple President and Matron From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Yarn, Marilyn S.Author: Yarn, David H., Jr. Temple presidents and their wives, who serve as matrons, are appointed to specific LDS temples by...
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Temple Recommend - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temple Recommend From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Tucker, Robert A. Temples have always been revered and reserved as sacred ground. Anciently, the prophet ezekiel dec...
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Temple Square - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temple Square From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Rasmus, Carolyn J. Temple Square is the architectural center of Salt Lake City, sacred ground for The Church of Jesus Chri...
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Temples - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temples From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [The articles included under this entry are: Temples: Latter-Day Saint Temple Worship and Activity Temples: History of LDS Temples from 1831 ...
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Temptation - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Temptation From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Paulsen, David L. "Temptation" and related terms in the Old Testament are translated from the Hebrew nasah, meaning "to try" or ...
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Ten Commandments - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Ten Commandments From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Verhaaren, Bruce T. The Ten Commandments or "decalogue," literally "ten words" (Ex. 34:28; Deut. 4:13;10:4), are usu...
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Terrestrial Kingdom - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Terrestrial Kingdom From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Black, Susan Easton The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches of three degrees of glory or kingd...
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Testator - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Testator From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Marrott, Robert L. A testator is one who at death leaves a valid will or testament. In certain usages, the word is synonymous with w...
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Testimony - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Testimony From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. [Testimony is a generic term among Latter-day Saints for the assurance of the reality, truth, and goodness of God, of the teachings and A...
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Testimony Bearing - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Testimony Bearing From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Christensen, Clayton Testimony bearing among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a perso...
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Testimony of Jesus Christ - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Testimony of Jesus Christ From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Rasmussen, Dennis For Latter-day Saints, the first principle of the gospel is faith in Jesus Chris...
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Thankfulness - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Thankfulness From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Browning, Gary L. From time immemorial those who believe in God have expressed their thankfulness to him. Giving humble than...
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Theodicy - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Theodicy From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Madsen, Truman G. Theodicy is the attempt to explain God's goodness and power and reconcile these with the evident evil in the creat...
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Theogony - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Theogony From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Harrell, Charles R. Theogony refers to the origin of God and has been a subject of religious inquiry throughout the ages. Ancient pe...
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Theology - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Theology From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Midgley, Louis C. The traditional task of theology (from the Greek theos, God, and logos, study of) is to seek understanding of God'...
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Three Nephites - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Three Nephites From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Wilson, William A. LDS stories of the Three Nephites comprise one of the most striking religious legend cycles in the Un...
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Time and Eternity - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Time and Eternity From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Robson, Kent E. In Latter-day Saint understanding, time and eternity usually refer to the same reality. Eternity is time with an adjective: It is endless time. E...
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Times and Seasons - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Times and Seasons From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Durham, Reed C., Jr. The journalistic voice of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Nauvoo, Illinois, the Times and Seasons, was published in 135 i...
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Tithing - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tithing From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Swainston, Howard D. Tithing is the basic contribution by which Latter-day Saints fund the activities of the Church. By revelation to ...
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Tobacco - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tobacco From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Lyon, Joseph Lynn Devout Latter-day Saints do not use tobacco in any of its forms. They abstain because of an 1833 revelation known as...
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Tolerance - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tolerance From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Romney, George The LDS principles of tolerance are rooted in the teaching that all who have lived, now live, and will yet live on ...
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Topical Guide - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Topical Guide From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Harper, Bruce T. The Latter-day Saint edition of the Bible, first published in 1979, includes a 598-page "Topical Guide wi...
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Transfiguration - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Transfiguration From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Mouritsen, Dale C. Transfiguration for mortals consists of a temporary physical and spiritual change, allowing them no...
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Translated Beings - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Translated Beings From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: McConkie, Mark L. Latter-day Saint scriptures speak of a unique class of beings, persons whom the Lord has "transl...
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Tree of Life - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Tree of Life From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Raish, Martin Four images of the Tree of Life are significant for Latter-day Saints: in the Garden of Eden; in Lehi's vision...
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Trials - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Trials From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Frandsen, Christie H. Encountering trials, or testing, is one of the purposes of mortality. A key verse of Latter-day Saint understandin...
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True and Living Church - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism True and Living Church From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Cox, Soren F. "The only true and living church upon the face of the whole earth" is a phrase from a revelation given to the Prophet Joseph Smith (D&C 1...
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Truth - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Truth From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Warner, C. Terry The LDS conception of truth does not fit any of the categories in which it has been discussed in the Western philosophica...
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Category:U - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Help Category:U From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Pages in category "U" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. U United Orders United States of America Unity University of Deseret Unpardonable Sin Urim and...
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United Orders - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism United Orders From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Israelsen, L. Dwight "United orders" refers to the cooperative enterprises established in LDS communities of the Great Bas...
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United States of America - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism United States of America From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Porter, Roger B. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was first organized in the United S...
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Unity - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Unity From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Brady, F. Neil The LDS concept of unity focuses primarily on three doctrinal issues: the nature of the Godhead, relations among members of...
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University of Deseret - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism University of Deseret From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Peterson, Grethe Ballif On February 28, 1850, two and a half years after the pioneers entered Great Salt L...
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Unpardonable Sin - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Unpardonable Sin From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Turner, Rodney The gravest of all sins is blasphemy against the Holy Ghost. One may speak even against Jesus Christ ...
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Urim and Thummim - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Urim and Thummim From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Hoskisson, Paul Y. The Urim and Thummim is mentioned in the Bible and, with added details about its use and significance, in latter-day scriptures. It is an instru...
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Utah Expedition - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Utah Expedition From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Poll, Richard D. The Utah War of 1857-1858 was the largest military operation in the United States between the times o...
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Utah Genealogical and Historical Magazine - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Utah Genealogical and Historical Magazine From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Author: Wright, Raymond S., III Printed from 1910 to 1940 by the Genealogical Society of Utah, Utah Genealogical and Hist...
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Utah Statehood - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Utah Statehood From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Lyman, Edward Leo By 1847, experience had clearly taught the Latter-day Saints the importance of obtaining more politica...
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Utah Territory - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Utah Territory From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Powell, Allan Kent The arrival of the Latter-day Saints in the Salt Lake Valley in July 1847 preceded by only a few mont...
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Category:V - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Help Category:V From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search Pages in category "V" The following 11 pages are in this category, out of 11 total. V Values, Transmission of View of the Hebrews Virgin Birth Visions Visions of Joseph Smith Vis...
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Values, Transmission of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Values, Transmission of From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Weed, Stan E. Like other religious organizations, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is c...
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View of the Hebrews - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism View of the Hebrews From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Roberts, Richard C. Ethan Smith's View of the Hebrews (Poultney, Vt., 1823; second enlarged edition, 1825) com...
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Virgin Birth - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Virgin Birth From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Colton, Eleanor Mary, mother of Jesus Christ, was a virgin at the time of Jesus' birth. Of Old Testament prophets, isaiah al...
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Visions - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Visions From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Bergin, Allen E. A vision from God is a form of revelation whereby God discloses himself and his will. It is a visual mode of divine c...
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Visions of Joseph Smith - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Visions of Joseph Smith From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Porter, Larry C. Ancient prophets were typically called through a revelatory process-visions and/or re...
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Visiting Teaching - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Visiting Teaching From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Boyer, Marian R. Visiting teaching is an organized means whereby the women of the Church receive regular instructi...
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Visitors Centers - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Visitors Centers From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. The Church maintains and staffs several historical sites and visitors centers. Their main functions are to introduce visito...
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Vital Statistics - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Vital Statistics From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Heaton, Tim B. The membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has undergone dramatic growth and i...
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Vocabulary, Latter-Day Saint - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Vocabulary, Latter-Day Saint From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Blair, Robert W. Although Latter-day Saints share with other Christian faiths a general Jude...
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Voice of Warning - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Voice of Warning From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to: navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication.Author: Flinders, Neil J. The concept of a divine warning is part of the Judeo-Christian tradition and is a primary focus in...
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Volunteerism - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Volunteerism From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Jump to navigation, search See this page in the original 1992 publication. Author: Christensen, Maribeth Latter-day Saint doctrine teaches that basic tenets of a Christ-centered life are charity, love, and j...
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Category: W - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism out of 41 total. W War and Peace War in Heaven Ward Ward Budget Ward Council Ward Organization Ward Welfare Com...
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War and Peace - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Wood, Robert S. LDS ideas about war and peace are complex. They synthesize a number of basic values. First are the ideals of finding peace in Christ (John 14:27), turnin...
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War in Heaven - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Top, Brent L. When Latter-day Saints speak of the "war in heaven," they generally mean the conflict in the premortal life ...
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Ward - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Alder, Douglas D. The ward is the basic ecclesiastical unit in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is comparable to a Protes...
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Ward Budget - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Smith, Robert J. A ward budget is the fund from which local congregations (wards) finance their activities. Historically, the ...
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Ward Council - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Thompson, Dennis L. The ward council (formerly known as the Ward Correlation Council) is the meeting of local leaders wherei...
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Ward Organization - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Ward Organization Author: Webb, L. Robert A ward is a geographically defined Church unit organized to provide every member the opportunity t...
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Ward Welfare Committee - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Cox, John H. Certain officers of each ward form the ward Welfare committee, headed by the bishop. Throug...
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Washing of Feet - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Wangsgard, Douglas A. The ordinance of washing of feet performed by Jesus Christ after the Last Supper with his apostl...
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Washings and Anointings - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Parry, Donald W. Ritual anointings were a prominent part of religious rites in the biblical world. Recipients of the anointing included temple offici...
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Wealth, Attitudes Toward - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Robson, R. Thayne [For related articles, see Business; Consecration: Law of Consecration; Equality; ...
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Welfare - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism It is a major concern of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to care for the physical, as well as the spiritual, Welfare of its ...
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Welfare Farms - The Encyclopedia of MormonismAuthor: Haws, T. Glenn The purchase of farmlands by the Church began in the late 1930s. The intent was to give unemployed people a...
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Welfare Services - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Mangum, Garth L. The basic philosophy underlying the Welfare Services system of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter...
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Welfare Square - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Haws, T. Glenn Welfare Square in Salt Lake City is the largest and most complete facility in the Church Welfare system. ...
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Wells, Emmeline B. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Wells. Author: Madsen, Carol CornwallAuthor: Richards, Mary Stovall Emmeline Blanche Woodward Wells (1828-1921) was a strong ad...
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Wells, Junius F. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Smith, Paul Thomas Junius Free Wells (1854-1930) was the organizer of the Young Men's Mutual Improvement Association...
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Wentworth Letter - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Brandt, Edward J. John Wentworth, editor of the Chicago Democrat, wrote Joseph Smith in 1842 to request information ...
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West Indies, the Church in - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism West Indies, Author: Haroldsen, Edwin O. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took root in the West Indies...
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Westward Migration: Planning and Prophecy - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Durham, Reed C., Jr. For Brigham Young and his associates, the 1846 exodus from Nauvoo, far from being a disaster...
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Whitmer, David - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Perkins, Keith W. David Whitmer (1805-1888) was one of the Three Witnesses to the Book of Mormon whose testimony has bee...
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Whitney Store - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Perkins, Keith W. The Newel K. Whitney store played a major role in the history of the Latter-day Saints in Kirtland, Ohio...
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Williams, Clarissa - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Bennett, Evalyn Darger Clarissa Smith Williams (1859-1930) served as the sixth general president of Relief Socie...
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Winter Quarters - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Bennett, Richard E. Brigham Young's original plan for the LDS exodus from Nauvoo, Illinois, envisioned a quick journey...
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Book of Mormon Witnesses - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Anderson, Richard Lloyd Beginning with the first edition of 1830, the Book of Mormon has generally c...
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Witnesses, Law of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author Marrott, Robert L. The scriptural law of witnesses requires that in the mouth of two or three individuals shall ev...
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Woman Suffrage - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.A uthor: Madsen, Carol Cornwall Though far removed from the centers of agitation for woman suffrage, LDS women were neither stran...
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Woman's Exponent - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Thomas, Shirley W. The Woman's Exponent (1872-1914) was the first publication owned and published by Latter-day Sain...
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Women in the Book of Mormon - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Bowen, Donna LeeAuthor: Williams, Camille S.
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Women's Topics - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Women's Topics From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Women; their roles in the family, in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and in the community; and other issues o...
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Women, Roles of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism the evolving nature of women's roles in the context of Church doctrine and ...
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Woodruff, Wilford - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Jessee, Dean C. Wilford Woodruff (1807-1898), the fourth President of the Church, is especially remembered for his...
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Word of Wisdom - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Lyon, Joseph Lynn Word of Wisdom is the common title for a revelation that counsels Latter-day Saints on maintaining goo...
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Work, Role of - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Work, Author: Cherrington, David J. The role of work, as it has been consistently explained in the scriptures and taught by The Church o...
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Works - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism [God has made provision through the Atonement of Jesus Christ for the salvation of the human family. Those things that God does for mankind are c...
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World Conferences on Records - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism World Conferences on Records From The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Brower, Doris Bayly Two World Conferences on Records have been sponsored by The Church of Je...
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Worldly, Worldliness - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Chidester, C. Richard Latter-day Saints use the term "world" to refer to the planet Earth as well as to the ...
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Worlds - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Johnson, Hollis R. Latter-day Saint prophets and scripture teach that other worlds similar to this earth have been and will be created a...
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Worship - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Wondra, Johann Latter-day Saint worship is defined as coming unto the Father in the name of Jesus Christ, in spirit and truth (D&C 93:...
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Wrath of God - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Gilchrist, Donald B. The "wrath of God" is a term usually indicating his disapproval of the deeds of the wicked and justifyi...
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Wyoming, Pioneer Settlements in - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Warner, Ted J. Beginning in 1855, LDS settlements were located in western Wyoming on t...
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Category: Y - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism The following 6 pages are in this category, out of 6 total. Young Men Young Woman's Journal Young Women Young, Brigham Young, Zina D. H.Youth Retrieved from "...
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Young Men - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Hurst, Mark E.Author: Mitchener, Charles E. The Aaronic Priesthood is the basic organization for the young men of the Church, ages...
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Young Woman's Journal - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism.Author: Kelly, Petrea A monthly magazine published in Salt Lake City from 1889 to 1929, Young Woman's Journal serv...
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Young Women - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Cannon, Elaine Anderson The Young Women program of the Church in 1990 reached an international membership of one million young...
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Young, Brigham - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. [This entry consists of two articles: Young, Brigham: Brigham Young Young, Brigham: Teachings of Brigham Young Brigham Young is...
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Young, Zina D. H. - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Woodward, Mary Firmage Zina Diantha Huntington Young (1821-1901), third general president of the Relief Society, p...
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Youth - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Kapp, Ardeth G. The Church defines "youth" as all men and women ages twelve to eighteen. Church policies and programs for youth are designed...
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Category:Z - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. Zenock Zenos Zion Zion's Camp Zionism Zoram Zoramites Retrieved from "https://eom.byu.edu/inde...
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Zenock - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Jackson, Kent P. Zenock. Was a pre-exilic Israelite prophet whose words were found on the plates of brass, a record carried from Jerusalem.
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Zenos is one of four Israelite prophets of Old Testament times cited in the Book of Mormon whose writings appeared on the plates of brass.
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Zion - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Sorensen, A. Don. Latter-day Saints use the name Zion to signify a group of God's followers or a place where such a group lives.
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Zion's Camp - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Author: Chase, Lance D. Zion's Camp was a Latter-day Saint expedition from Kirtland, Ohio, to Clay County, Missouri.
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Zionism - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Author: Madsen, Truman G. Zion (Hebrew, early the Jerusalem mountain on which the City of David was built) is employed in LDS scripture.
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Zoram - The Encyclopedia of Mormonism. The first Zoram was the servant of Laban, a Jewish commander in Jerusalem.
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The Encyclopedia of Mormonism Book of Mormon Peoples. Author: Sorenson, John L. At least fifteen distinct groups of people are mentioned in the Book of Mormon.
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