What is the Book of Jubilees?
The Book of Jubilees was written between 135 and 105 B.C. It is a rewritten history from the creation to Moses on Sinai, interpreted by its Pharisee author.
How do I deal with my mother’s apostate beliefs?
When loved ones are going down a wrong path, the best way for a Mormon to help may be to show them love and acceptance and to pray for them.
Who baptized Adam?
Although the Book of Mormon teaches that it might have been possible for Adam to baptize himself, Joseph Smith’s translation of the Bible clearly shows that Adam was, in fact, baptized by the Holy Spirit.
Was the Holy Ghost given to people before Jesus Christ?
Men and women before Jesus Christ’s day could receive the Holy Ghost. During Jesus’ mortal ministry, the Holy Ghost was not given since Jesus was there in person.
Is Jesus the Savior of other worlds?
Mormonism teaches that Jesus died not only for the sins of mankind on this earth, but also of the inhabitants of other planets.
Does the Bible confirm Mormon doctrine about becoming like God?
The Bible doesn’t clearly teach some Mormon doctrines and that is why a restoration of the truth was necessary. The Holy Ghost will help people learn true doctrine.
When do Mormons believe that Jesus was born?
The Mormon Church teaches that Jesus Christ was born on April 6.
What does Mormonism teach about burial versus cremation?
The Mormon Church counsels that burial is preferable unless local laws require cremation. Taking the law into account, the ultimate decision is up to the family.
Why is God sometimes described as “great and terrible”?
The prophet Nehemiah called God “great and terrible” because of the judgements he had sent against the rebellious Israelites.
Is Jehovah the same person as Christ? Where does the name come from?
Mormonism teaches that Jehovah is the Old Testament name for Jesus Christ, whose name in Hebrew was Yeshua.
What does the Mormon Book of Abraham teach about the creation?
Mormonism teaches that there were two aspects of creation: spiritual and physical. The spiritual creation can be likened to a blueprint.
Why doesn’t the Mormon Church still have a Patriarch to the Church?
There is currently not a Patriarch to the Church in the Mormon Church. The organization of the Mormon Church changes according to the size and needs of the current times. The office of Mormon patriarch is now filled on a stake level.
What happened to the children of Mormon patriarch Hyrum Smith from his first wife, Jerusha?
Mormon patriarch and martyr Hyrum Smith was the father of future Mormon prophet Joseph F. Smith. Not much is known about his other children, six of whom were born to his first wife Jerusha.
In Joseph Smith’s letter, what do “old major” and “little prattlers” refer to?
In Joseph Smith’s letter, “Old Major” refers to the Prophet’s dog. The word “prattler” was a common term for a little child.
How can I discern personal revelation?
Personal revelation comes to the mind and to the heart, and is described as a “still, small voice.” When receiving revelation, a person gets an idea and feels good about it.
What is the Mormon Church’s position on Roe vs. Wade?
Only in cases of incest, rape, or seriously jeopardized life, accompanied by earnest consultation with church leaders and God, may a Mormon possibly consider an abortion.
Does the Mormon Church forbid the use of peyote by Mormons of Native American ancestry?
Mormons, regardless of their ancestry, have been counselled to avoid peyote and any other harmful drug.
Can Mormons drink caffeinated sodas?
While the Mormon Church does not forbid caffeines, Mormons are couselled to avoid addicting foods and drinks to keep their bodies healthy.
Does the Mormon Word of Wisdom forbid caffeine?
While the Mormon Church recognizes that caffeine is one of the dangerous chemicals in many drinks that should be avoided, it is not necessarily the reason coffee and tea are forbidden by the Word of Wisdom.
What is a Jack Mormon? What does it mean?
A Jack Mormon is a non-practicing Mormon, but originally meant someone who was friendly to Mormons, but not a member.
Will only Mormons be saved?
Mormon doctrine teaches that the full power of Jesus’ atonement for our sins can only come to those who follow God’s ordained servants and receive the necessary ordinances from them.
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