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Mormons strongly reject any form of idol. This is one reason that they do not use the symbol of the cross - they do not want to place a symbol or idol in the place of God. (Paintings of Jesus Christ replace the cross as decoration in Mormon worship spaces) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) also does not have any official symbols or logos other than the name of the church written in Times font.
Despite not having a symbol to represent their faith, Mormonism is highly symbolic, and Mormon worship ritual is rich in symbolism. For example, the bread and water used in the sacrament (communion) is symbolic of the flesh and blood of Christ, who was the "Bread of Life" and the "Living Water". The immersion baptisms practiced by Mormons are symbolic of the death of the old person and the birth of a new person, of the cleansing and purity of the person being baptized, and of the person being covered by the Living Water - Christ. Mormons have a culture of symbolism and teaching in parables, believing that it is the best way for the Holy Spirit to guide the learner in interpreting the intended teaching at his or her own level.
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Are there any specific symbols used in the Jehovah's Witness religion?
No. The Bible forbids any type of idolatry, which is the use of idols, symbols, or icons in worship, so Jehovah's Witnesses understand that to mean that we are not use any kind of symbols or images in our worship.
Do mormans use the christian fish symbol?
No, not usually. Culturally, most Mormons reject traditional Christian symbols such as the cross and the fish. While individual Mormons may use them if they wish, most Mormons feel that it is inappropriate to use a tangible symbol to represent deity, fearing that people may begin to worship the symbol as an idol rather than the holy being the symbol represents. The Church itself does not use any symbols to represent deity and does not have any official symbols, although the shape of the Angel Moroni statue is often used when a symbol is needed.
What religious symbol represents Jacob?
For all the gods of the nations [are] idols: but the LORD made the heavens. psa96:5 no symbols needed for none of our fore fathers or the savior they are idols of the nations
Are there any christian idols?
No, i dont know why ask me!
What does a bee symbolize?
I can't find any symbolism of a bee in Christianity. But the Mormons, have a special symbol for a beehive, which is one of the symbols of the Freemasons and incorporated in Utah's State Flag. === === == == A bee symbolizes someone who is sweet and makes honey.
Did Cerberus have any symbols?
what are cerberus symbols
What has the author Kuruvila Pandikattu written?
Kuruvila Pandikattu has written: 'Idols to die, symbols to live' -- subject(s): Symbolism, Mythology 'Reasons for Hope'
What are Bacon's four idols?
They are the Idols of the Tribe, Idols of the Cave, Idols of the Marketplace, and Idols of Theatre.
Are any of the American idols on tour going to college?
None
Did Eddie Murphy have any idols for comedian?
Richard Pryor
Did Rosa Parks have any idols?
yeah i guess so
What are Achilles symbols?
Achilles doesn't have any symbols.
