Do Mormons still practice polygamy in their temples?
Mormons no longer practice polygamy, but if his first wife dies, a man can be married to second woman in a Mormon temple.
What side of the U.S. Civil War were Mormons on?
Mormons were generally from Northern states or England, consequently the members of the Mormon Church were generally opposed to slavery.
What did the pulpit letters stand for in the temple in Kirtland?
The letters on the pulpits of the Mormon Kirtland Temple referred to the Mormon Church positions of those who sat in those particular seats. One pulpit was for the Melchizedek Priesthood, the other for the Aaronic Priesthood.
According to Mormonism, will our level of intelligence affect our standing in the next life?
Mormonism teaches that after the resurrection, we can gradually attain perfection in body, mind, and spirit.
What connections are there between the Mormons and the Masons?
Although Mormon prophet Joseph Smith was a Mason, he did not attend many meetings, did not reveal the Masons’ secrets, and was not murdered specifically by Masons. Since Joseph Smith restored Mormon temple ordinances before he ever became a Mason, there is no connection between the symbols of the Masons and of the Mormon temple.
Hunting is contrary to Mormon doctrine?!!
The positive family bonding that comes from hunting can be done at a firing range, the prophets have spoken abouit how wrong the killing of wild animals is.
Will I ever be sealed to my children if I haven’t remarried after a divorce?
Mormon doctrine teaches that children cannot be sealed to unmarried parents. If a parent doesn’t remarry in this life, they will find an eternal companion later, and their temple work will be done during the millennium.
Why must I wait one year after my marriage to be married in the Mormon temple?
Mormons must wait one year after a civil marriage for a Temple wedding to help them understand how important it is. Mormons should explain to non-Mormon relatives and friends how important temple marriage is.
Were Australian Aborigines kept from the priesthood like blacks were?
Unlike black people of African origin, the Mormon Church allowed Australian Aborigines to hold the priesthood.
How do I balance dealing with chronic illness and family problems?
We cannot control our relatives lives and must respect their choices, even if we disapprove. God will reward us for patient service and enduring.
