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Los Hechos Acerca De Los Mormones

Autor: John Ankerberg , John Weldon

Número de Páginas: 64

El mormonismo enseña que el hombre puede llegar a ser Dios que la caída del hombre fue una bendición y que las Escrituras aún se están escribiendo hoy día. ¿Cuál es la base de la vida eterna para los mormones? ¿Por qué los mormones dan significados totalmente diferentes a los términos cristianos y bíblicos? ¿Qué enseña el mormonismo en cuanto al cristianismo? ¿Es el mormonismo una religión esotérica? ¿Cuál es el dilema clave que encara el mormón en lo personal? Encuentre las respuestas a estas y otras preguntas ya que Los Hechos Acerca De Los Mormones expone las creencias del mormonismo en términos claros y ofrece respuestas bíblicas a sus declaraciones.

Americanist Approaches to The Book of Mormon

Autor: Elizabeth Fenton , Jared Hickman

Número de Páginas: 457

As the eponymous sacred text of a modern religious movement of global reach, The Book of Mormon has undeniable historical significance. That significance, this volume shows, is inextricable from the intricacy of its literary form and the audacity of its historical vision. This landmark collection brings together a diverse range of scholars in American literary studies and adjacent fields to definitively establish The Book of Mormon as an indispensable object of Americanist inquiry not least because it is, among other things, a form of Americanist inquiry in its own right--a creative, critical reading of "America."

Phenomenological Approaches to Religion and Spirituality

Autor: Essien, Essien D.

Número de Páginas: 323

There is an interesting knowledge trajectory that God remains incomprehensible, not imperceptible. This lends credence to the fact that religious study since the Enlightenment has dedicated itself almost entirely to the problem of reconciling the non-existence of God in the physical world with his necessary existence in the metaphysical world. When seriously examined, it would be discovered that these two aspects are logically contradictory, and this is a problem with no solution. But interpreting God not as a physical being but as a phenomenological thing changes the nature of the problem enough that a solution emerges almost automatically. In this phenomenological model, the crux of the matter is that God does not exist, but God is real. Therefore, it is imperative to return to experience and verifiability, hence, purging it of unexamined and often hidden assumptions. Phenomenological Approaches to Religion and Spirituality brings together the different disciplines and research approaches to provide a comprehensive analysis of the phenomenology of God and spirituality, as well as offering an effective epistemological apparatus capable of dealing with this concept. The book...

Is Mormonism Now Christian?

Autor: Steven A. Crane

Número de Páginas: 132

For years, Mormonism has taught that all the creeds of Christianity were an abomination and all other churches were corrupt (Pearl of Great Price, Joseph Smith 1:19). Joseph Smith was told not to join with any of them, but to help lead in what would be a restoration of the true church. In the same way, Christianity has never accepted Mormons among their ranks, considering them teachers of a different gospel (Galatians 1:6). But a new ecumenical spirit of openness might suggest that the doctrinal distance between these two groups is shrinking. Are the two sides actually moving closer together? Is there significant change within the ranks of Mormonism? If so, is the change widespread? Does this new direction reflect the views of the leadership, or is it simply the belief of a few? Worse yet, is it a deceptive media ploy on behalf of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) to appear to be something it is not? This work is a fresh new look at the distinctives between Christianity and Mormonism in an attempt to answer the question: "Is Mormonism Now Christian?"

Religious Conversions in the Mediterranean World

Autor: N. Marzouki , O. Roy

Número de Páginas: 185

While globalization undermines ideas of the nation-state in the Mediterranean, conversions reveal how religion can unsettle existing political and social relations. Through studies of conversions across the region this book examines the challenges that conversions represent for national, legal and policy ways of dealing with religious minorities.

Angels Among Us

Número de Páginas: 238

The Sisterhood: Inside the Lives of Mormon Women

Autor: Dorothy Allred Solomon

Número de Páginas: 260

Many hold a deep fascination with Mormonism but erroneously think of it as a secret religion that celebrates polygamy and confinement. Most outsiders regard Latter-day Saint women as submissive and pitiable. In The Sisterhood, award-winning author Dorothy Allred Solomon takes us inside the lives of women of the faith. She focuses on the roles of Mormon women in the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first centuries, including fascinating personal stories about family, children, and husbands. She takes us into the lives of the High Priestesses of the Church, draws on histories sustained by the most thorough genealogical records in the world, and addresses the wives of polygamists. The Sisterhood sheds light on an expanding and complex religion and offers a long overdue portrait of Mormonism and women.

Mormonism and the Emotions

Autor: Mauro Properzi

Número de Páginas: 283

Mormonism and the Emotions: An Analysis of LDS Scriptural Texts is an introductory Latterday Saint (LDS) theology of emotion that is both canonically based and scientifically informed. It highlights three widely accepted characteristics of emotion that emerge from scientific perspectives—namely, the necessity of cognition for its emergence, the personal responsibility attached to its manifestations, and its instrumentality in facilitating various processes of human development and experience. In analyzing the basic theological structure of Mormonism and its unique canonical texts the objective is to determine the extent to which LDS theology is compatible with this three-fold definition of emotion. At this basic level of explanation, the conclusion is that science and Mormon theology undoubtedly share a common perspective. The textual investigation focuses on unique Mormon scriptures and on their descriptions of six common emotions: hope, fear, joy, sorrow, love, and hate. For each of these emotional phenomena the extensive report of textual references consistently confirms an implied presence of the outlined three-fold model of emotion. Thus, the evidence points to the presence ...

Devenir Mormon

Autor: Sophie-hélène Trigeaud

Número de Páginas: 384

Cette étude de la conversion et de l’éducation mormones tente de déceler la finalité proposée aux individus qui s’y soumettent, de découvrir leur téléologie. Dans une perspective durkheimienne d’examen méthodique des mécanismes fondamentaux du lien social, la question de la communauté a été introduite pour interroger la raison d’être sociale des choses. Il s’agissait de considérer l’impact des représentations sur le domaine des pratiques, du vécu, et de l’insertion dans le monde – avec un regard spécial sur la mormon way of life, héritière des projets de communauté idéale des débuts de l’histoire mormone. D’où la conclusion que devenir « mormon » aujourd’hui, c’est se convertir et être éduqué selon les principes d’une communauté dite de « membres », en empruntant le chemin d’une transformation : sociale et anthropopoiétique, pour devenir un humain tel que la culture mormone l’entend ; religieuse et théopoiétique, pour devenir un Dieu comme les représentations mormones le prévoient. Cette observation de la construction individuelle et communautaire SDJ a donné lieu à une analyse de la religion en modernité,...

Rose Book of Bible Charts

Autor: Rose Publishing (torrance, Calif.)

Número de Páginas: 235

More than 230 pages of reproducible Bible charts in one book! Buying these charts separately would cost $130. You may reproduce up to 300 copies of any chart free of charge for your own classroom. Full color; contains most Rose material published since 2005. Hardcover with a spine covering a spiral binding. 233 pages.

Having Visions

Autor: Susan Stansfield Wolverton

Número de Páginas: 686

Annotation. A historian and literary critic offers a plain language translation of Joseph Smith's 1830 Testament and Prophesy, and traces the bizarre history of the Mormon religion.

Book of Mormonisms

Autor: Jim Stark

Número de Páginas: 187

This book provides some of the more interesting and controversial quotes from past and present LDS (Mormon) prophets, apostles, and leaders.

The Mormonizing of America

Autor: Stephen Mansfield

Número de Páginas: 191

Stephen Mansfield, the acclaimed New York Times best-selling author, has highlighted the growing popularity of Mormonism-a belief system with cultic roots-and the implications of its critical rise. Mormons are moving into the spotlight in pop culture, politics, sports, and entertainment via presidential candidates like Romney and Huntsman, media personality Glenn Beck, mega-bestselling Twilight author Stephanie Meyer, and The Book of Mormon, the hottest show on Broadway. Mormonism was once a renegade cult at war with the U.S. Army in the 1800s, but it has now emerged as not only the fastest-growing religion, but as a high-impact mainstream cultural influence.

The Book of Mormon

Autor: Grant Hardy

Número de Páginas: 738

Regarded as sacred scripture by millions, the Book of Mormon -- first published in 1830 -- is one of the most significant documents in American religious history. This new reader-friendly version reformats the complete, unchanged 1920 text in the manner of modern translations of the Bible, with paragraphs, quotations marks, poetic forms, topical headings, multichapter headings, indention of quoted documents, italicized reworkings of biblical prophecies, and minimized verse numbers. It also features a hypothetical map based on internal references, an essay on Book of Mormon poetry, a full glossary of names, genealogical charts, a basic bibliography of Mormon and non-Mormon scholarship, a chronology of the translation, eyewitness accounts of the gold plates, and information regarding the lost 116 pages and significant changes in the text. The Book of Mormon claims to be the product of three historical interactions: the writings of the original ancient American authors, the editing of the fourth-century prophet Mormon, and the translation of Joseph Smith. The editorial aids and footnotes in this edition integrate all three perspectives and provide readers with a clear guide through...

The Oxford Handbook of Religion and Race in American History

Autor: Kathryn Gin Lum , Paul Harvey

Número de Páginas: 641

The Oxford Handbook of Religion and Race in American History brings together a number of established scholars, as well as younger scholars on the rise, to provide a scholarly overview for those interested in the role of religion and race in American history. Thirty-four scholars from the fields of History, Religious Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, and more investigate the complex interdependencies of religion and race from pre-Columbian origins to the present. The volume addresses the religious experience, social realities, theologies, and sociologies of racialized groups in American religious history, as well as the ways that religious myths, institutions, and practices contributed to their racialization. Part One begins with a broad introductory survey outlining some of the major terms and explaining the intersections of race and religions in various traditions and cultures across time. Part Two provides chronologically arranged accounts of specific historical periods that follow a narrative of religion and race through four-plus centuries. Taken together, The Oxford Handbook of Religion and Race in American History provides a reliable scholarly text and resource to summarize...

A ^ADocumentary History of the Book of Mormon

Número de Páginas: 552

A Documentary History of the Book of Mormon transcribes and annotates a wide variety of primary source documents related to the origins of the long-ridiculed narrative that launched a new world religion.

A Myriad of Questions Answered

Autor: Bob Smith

Número de Páginas: 214

Contains hundreds of learned and pithy answers to questions submitted to Quora by the general public on the following subjects: Anthropology, Egyptology, Bible, Judaism, Mormonism, general religion, higher education, politics, etc.

Mormonism For Dummies

Autor: Christopher Kimball Bigelow , Jana Riess

Número de Páginas: 375

Explore one of the fastest-growing religions in the world The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the first Christian faith to be developed in America, and today the Church is home to millions—both inside and outside the United States. Mormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition is a valuable tool for individuals interested in learning more about the beliefs and practices of the widely-practiced Latter-day Saint faith. In this informative book, you'll explore the different denominations of the Church, recent changes to the Church's customs and practices'which also covers why the Church encourages a shift away from the term “Mormon” and more. Inside, you'll: Discover the history and origins of the Church of Latter-Day Saints Understand the Church's official stances on areas, including race, the status of women, and polygamy Examine subjects like religious fundamentalism and orthodoxy through the lens of practicing LDS members A must-read for anyone interested in the rituals, customs, beliefs, and politics of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, Mormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the straightforward and unbiased info you need to understand this nuanced faith.

Joseph Smith

Autor: Richard Lyman Bushman

Número de Páginas: 768

Founder of the largest indigenous Christian church in American history, Joseph Smith published the 584-page Book of Mormon when he was twenty-three and went on to organize a church, found cities, and attract thousands of followers before his violent death at age thirty-eight. Richard Bushman, an esteemed cultural historian and a practicing Mormon, moves beyond the popular stereotype of Smith as a colorful fraud to explore his personality, his relationships with others, and how he received revelations. An arresting narrative of the birth of the Mormon Church, Joseph Smith: Rough Stone Rolling also brilliantly evaluates the prophet’s bold contributions to Christian theology and his cultural place in the modern world.

Perspectives on Latter-day Saint Names and Naming

Autor: Dallin D. Oaks , Paul Baltes , Kent Minson

Número de Páginas: 379

Perspectives on Latter-day Saint Names and Naming approaches cultural, historical, and doctrinal dimensions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through a fresh lens that explores how these dimensions intersect with names and naming. Featuring a collection of chapters from multiple authors, its bipartite structure examines fascinating topics in relation to the Church, looking first at cultural and historical perspectives before analyzing doctrinal and scriptural perspectives. The book discusses such matters as how contemporary naming practices of Latter-day Saints compare to those outside the faith, how code names were used in one of the faith’s books of scripture to protect Church leaders from persecution, and how names and naming relate to the covenant identity of Church members. Through its fresh approach to understanding religious identity and belief in relation to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this book is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Mormon studies and will also be of interest to people with a fascination with names and naming issues as those occur in a variety of settings, including religious ones.

Discovering Your Temple Insights

Autor: Aaron , Julie Bujnowski

Número de Páginas: 325

For Latter-day Saints, the temple is a most sacred place where we can make covenants with our Father in Heaven and receive His guiding inspiration. But there is more to the experience than simply visiting the temple grounds and following the motions. Using personal anecdotes and fundamental gospel doctrine, authors Aaron and Julie Bujnowski present an approach for attending the temple spiritually as well as physically. With writing space to record your thoughts and question prompts to inspire deeper thinking on sacred topics found in the temple, this guide will help you recognize the divine patterns and symbolism of temple principles. apply broader temple insights to your specific circumstances. see that we are all imperfect children progressing toward perfection. Attending the temple regularly is not a checkmark or a chore on the road to salvation-it is a heavenly gift and a divine opportunity to feel the Lord's presence and receive personal revelation from Him. This reverent workbook will revitalize your temple experience and help you gain greater insights from your Savior in His house.

Sojourner in the Promised Land

Autor: Jan Shipps

Número de Páginas: 424

Infused with Jan Shipps’s lively curiosity, scholarly rigor, and contagious fascination with a significant subculture, Sojourner in the Promised Land presents a distinctive parallel history in which Shipps surrounds her professional writings about the Latter-day Saints with an ongoing personal description of her encounters with them. By combining a portrait of the dynamic evolution of contemporary Mormonism with absorbing intellectual autobiography, Shipps illuminates the Mormons and at the same time shares with the reader what it has been like to be on the outside of a culture that remains both familiar and strange.

New Religions

Autor: Carol S. Matthews

Número de Páginas: 237

Discusses eight new religious movements throughout the world including the Baha'i faith, the New Kadampa Tradition and Raelians.

Latter-day Saint Family Encyclopedia

Autor: Christopher Kimball Bigelow , Jonathan Langford

Número de Páginas: 925

A home reference guide to key terms in Mormon culture. A one-volume compendium of Mormon culture, this handy reference book covers key doctrinal terms, beliefs, ordinances, church history and growth, and more. You’ll find extensive entries on the prophets and personalities from all four standard works accepted by the church, and many interesting anecdotes and facts on a wide array of topics. Teens and adults will appreciate the fresh, innovative approach this encyclopedia takes as it culls the vast sea of LDS information available into a manageable book suitable for the whole family.

What Do Mormons Really Believe?

Autor: John Ankerberg , John Weldon

Número de Páginas: 340

Mormons say they are Christians, but are their claims true? Are the differences minimal? Authors Ankerberg and Weldon go beyond the seeming similarities to look candidly at the Mormon teachings that are clearly incompatible with orthodox Christianity, asking questions such as: -- Was God ever a man? -- Were Jesus and Lucifer brothers? -- Is Scripture still being written? -- Are we saved by what we do? -- Are there "levels" of heavenly glory? In clarifying the meanings of terms Mormons use and their views on the Bible, Ankerberg and Weldon reveal the chasm between Mormonism and traditional Christianity. This clear, well-written guide equips readers to use the truths of God's Word to defend the faith.

Religious Tolerance in World Religions

Autor: Jacob Neusner , Bruce Chilton

Número de Páginas: 405

Today, and historically, religions often seem to be intolerant, narrow-minded, and zealous. But the record is not so one-sided. In Religious Tolerance in World Religions, numerous scholars offer perspectives on the "what" and "why" traditions of tolerance in world religions, beginning with the pre-Christian West, Greco-Roman paganism, and ancient Israelite Monotheism and moving into modern religions such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. By tolerance the authors mean "the capacity to live with religious difference, and by toleration, the theory that permits a majority religion to accommodate the presence of a minority religion." The volume is introduced with a summary of a recent survey that sought to identify the capacity of religions to tolerate one another in theory and in practice. Eleven religious communities in seven nations were polled on questions that ranged from equality of religious practitioners to consequences of disobedience. The essays frame the provocative analysis of how a religious system in its political statement produces categories of tolerance that can be explained in that system’s logical context. Past and present beliefs, practices, ...

Joseph Smith

Autor: Edward Allebest

Número de Páginas: 175

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has always had detractors trying to both discourage investigators from joining the church and encourage members to abandon the church. Their primary tactics are to slander Joseph Smith, his teachings, and the church he claimed to have restored. Without some fundamental knowledge about Joseph Smith and his legacy, these anti-LDS materials can create confusion, doubt, and a crisis of faith. The first three essays of this collection explore Joseph Smith’s character, accomplishments, and discipleship. With that foundational information in place, the reader is better prepared to examine the various controversies. The fourth essay delves into the quagmire of criticisms that have enveloped Joseph Smith, his doctrine, and the LDS Church and suggests how to navigate the tactics used by antagonists.

The Mormon Jesus

Autor: John G. Turner

Número de Páginas: 361

For two centuries, Jesus has connected the Latter-day Saints to broader currents of Christianity, even while particular Mormon beliefs have been points of differentiation. From the author of the definitive life of Brigham Young comes a biography of the Mormon Jesus that enriches our understanding of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Skinhead Girl

Autor: J.w. Gregory

Número de Páginas: 359

J.W. Gregorys Skinhead Girl is based on the true story of a white supremacist skinhead girl who is involved in a murder. This book examines the actual hate crime while illustrating the secret interworkings of several authentic white supremacist groups including the Ku Klux Klan, the National Alliance and Volksfront. While the crime story evolves so does the narrative of the institutional racism that permeates society in the United States, in both past and present eras, and alarmingly through insitutions such as Planned Parenthood. This deeply documented book includes academic footnotes for readers that would like to follow the reality of American racism today. This work contains an in depth look at the life of a young Skinhead girl from various perspectives inluding her beliefs on religion, politics and race. Skinhead Girl tells the story of a devoutly religious white supremacist family which is using newfound tactics and technology to reign terror on those that they consider members of inferior races. J.W. Gregory provides a realistic version of racism and argues that although Americans may assume that because the U.S. has an African-American in the White House that racism is no...

Reasoning from the Scriptures with the Mormons

Autor: Ron Rhodes , Marian Bodine

Número de Páginas: 429

Have the Mormons ever left you unsure of what to say? Their arguments are convincing, their teachings seem indisputable, and their stand on what they believe is firm. How can you effectively communicate to the Mormons that their gospel does not match up with the Bible? One of the best ways is to ask penetrating questions. Cult experts Ron Rhodes and Marian Bodine will help you understand the main points of Mormonism and discover where it falls short of God’s truth. They then equip you to ask strategic questions that challenge... the Mormon claim to be the only true church the reliability of Mormon prophets the authenticity of the Book of Mormon Jesus’ supposed visit to ancient America the Mormon view of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit and much more You’ll find Reasoning from the Scriptures with the Mormons a valuable guide to responding to Mormons with confidence!

Good News for Latter-Day Saints (Mormons)

Autor: Robert James

Número de Páginas: 298

It is no exaggeration to say that the Mormons (the Latter-day Saints) are a fascinating people. Since 1830, they have been a part of the great mosaic of America. Persecuted by mobs, driven from place to place, their incredible courage in the face of unrelenting hostility has wielded them into a formidable presence, especially in the State of Utah. Founded in New York State by the charismatic Joseph Smith Jr., he said he was personally commissioned by God to restore pure Christianity to the world. The Book of Mormon, this "most perfect book" was his initial written, binding revelation to his church. Joseph Smith was a controversial figure in his day-accused of being a fraud, a racist, a womanizer, a disrupter of good morals, and a dictator. One thing he did do well was to gather people into his church, make them believe in themselves, and strengthen them into being a formidable force for Mormonism. Smith led them through armed conflict against hostile neighbors, even against government militias. Gun battles and extreme violence were commonplace. Eventually, Joseph Smith was captured and assassinated, all this by age forty. Nobody was convicted of his murder. Smith is perhaps the...

A World Religions Reader

Autor: Ian S. Markham , Christy Lohr Sapp

Número de Páginas: 343

Providing a comprehensive exploration of the teachings and beliefs of the world’s living faiths, the third edition of this popular book has been revised and updated to reflect the vibrant role religion plays in the twenty-first century. The World Religions Reader: Explores the unique nature of various faiths by introducing their traditions and rituals, ethical dimensions, and modern expressions Combines excerpts from sacred texts with reflections from a range of classic and contemporary thinkers - from the Bhagavad Gita and the Qur'an to Maimonides and Martin Luther King, Jr. Significantly expands material on Christianity, with a greater emphasis on the diversity of the tradition as expressed in Orthodoxy, Catholicism, and Protestantism Broadens its coverage with new chapters on Emerging Religions, Jainism, Zoroastrianism and Indigenous Religions Considers the profound impact of 9/11 on the major religions and the effect it has had on our perceptions of others, and on interfaith communication Includes numerous reader-friendly features, such as key terms sections, summary reviews of major beliefs and significant events, a glossary, and revision and comparative questions.

The Invention of God in Indigenous Societies

Autor: James Cox

Número de Páginas: 193

Indigenous societies around the world have been historically disparaged by European explorers, colonial officials and Christian missionaries. Nowhere was this more evident than in early descriptions of indigenous religions as savage, primitive, superstitious and fetishistic. Liberal intellectuals, both indigenous and colonial, reacted to this by claiming that, before indigenous peoples ever encountered Europeans, they all believed in a Supreme Being. The Invention of God in Indigenous Societies argues that, by alleging that God can be located at the core of pre-Christian cultures, this claim effectively invents a tradition which only makes sense theologically if God has never left himself without a witness. Examining a range of indigenous religions from North America, Africa and Australasia - the Shona of Zimbabwe, the "Rainbow Spirit Theology" in Australia, the Yupiit of Alaska, and the Māori of New Zealand – the book argues that the interests of indigenous societies are best served by carefully describing their religious beliefs and practices using historical and phenomenological methods – just as would be done in the study of any world religion.

THE LATTER-DAY SAINTS' MILLENNIAL STAR. VOLUME XVI.

Número de Páginas: 844

The Palgrave Handbook of Global Mormonism

Autor: R. Gordon Shepherd , A. Gary Shepherd , Ryan T. Cragun

Número de Páginas: 867

This handbook explores contemporary Mormonism within a global context. The authors provide a nuanced picture of a historically American religion in the throes of the same kinds of global change that virtually every conservative faith tradition faces today. They explain where and how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has penetrated national and cultural boundaries in Latin America, Oceania, Europe, Asia, and Africa, as well as in North America beyond the borders of Mormon Utah. They also address numerous concerns within a multinational, multicultural church: What does it mean to be a Latter-day Saint in different world regions? What is the faith’s appeal to converts in these places? What are the peculiar problems for members who must manage Mormon identities in conjunction with their different national, cultural, and ethnic identities? How are leaders dealing with such issues as the status of women in a patriarchal church, the treatment of LGBTQ members, increasing disaffiliation of young people, and decreasing growth rates in North and Latin America while sustaining increasing growth in parts of Asia and Africa?

The Main LDS Books

Autor: William Alexander Linn , John Taylor , Joseph Fielding Smith , Wilford Woodruff , B. H. Roberts , Parley P. Pratt , C. V. Waite , Joseph F. Smith , Eliza R. Snow , Joseph Smith Jr. , John A. Widtsoe , Brigham Young James , E. Talmage

Número de Páginas: 12742

Delving into the rich tapestry of Mormon thought, 'The Main LDS Books' presents an illuminating collection of key works that capture the essence of the Latter-day Saints (LDS) tradition. This anthology cohesively intertwines theological discourse, historical narrative, and personal reflections, showcasing an array of literary styles ranging from doctrinal expositions to heartfelt poetry. The volume includes pivotal writings that span the early formation of the LDS church to its expansion and cultural impact in the modern era. With no single author dominating, this collection emphasizes the collective narrative that shapes LDS literature, making it indispensable for understanding both the spiritual and cultural dimensions of the movement. The ensemble of contributors represents a formidable lineup of influential figures in LDS history, each bringing a unique perspective to the compilation. Spanning across John Taylor's doctrinal insights, Brigham Young's leadership philosophies, and Eliza R. Snow's poetic expressions, the anthology mirrors the diversity of thought and experience within the LDS community. This gathering of voices, aligned with historical and cultural movements from...

Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions

Autor: Larry A. Nichols , George Mather , Alvin J. Schmidt

Número de Páginas: 827

Up-to-date, well-documented, comprehensive coverage of cults, sects, and world religions, from the historical to the contemporary INCLUDES • Well-known groups and world religions, such as Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Islam, and Baha’i • Groups with a significant North American influence, including Santeria, Rastafarians, Haitian Voodo, white supremacy groups, Wicca, and Satanism REVISED, UPDATED, AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRIES AND NEW INFORMATION • Updated information on Islam and its global impact • New entries: the Branch Davidians, Native American religions, Heaven’s Gate, Aum Supreme Truth, the Boston Movement, the Masonic Lodge, and many others • Developments in the world of cults and the occult Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions is arguably the most significant reference book on the subject to be published. Formerly titled Dictionary of Cults, Sects, Religions, and the Occult, it provides reliable information on the history and beliefs of nearly every form of religion active today. This extensively revised edition includes new topics, updated information, and a brand-new format for a clearer, more organized approach. The...