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Are you referring to the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Restoration Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or the Remnant Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the largest of the above, but changed its name to "Community of Christ" in 2001, and therefore is no longer referred to as "RLDS". They do not practice polygamy and often deny that Joseph Smith taught or practiced the doctrine.
The Restoration Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a smaller group that broke off from the Community of Christ in 1991. They do not practice polygamy either.
The Remnant Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is another small group which broke off of the Community of Christ. Their origins are in the year 2000. They do not practice polygamy.
Don't get the above confused with the Restoration Church of Jesus Christ, which broke off from the main body, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They are known for their open practice of homosexuality, and at least a handful of members are in openly homosexual polygamous relationships.
It is the FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints), not the RLDS that is known for its practice of polygamy.
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∙ 13y agoNo. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints outlawed the practice of polygamy among it's members in 1890.
The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints changed it's name to the Community of Christ in 2001. They claim that polygamy was never a practice of the church or a teaching of Joseph Smith.
Those whom the media refers to as "Mormon Polygamists" are not members of either of those churches. Many belong to such churches as the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the True and Living Church of Jesus Christ, or the Apostolic United Bretheren. These are all groups that have broken off of the mainstream Mormon church.
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What is the basic philosophy of the LDS church also known as Ladder Day Saints?
The basic philosophy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) centers on following the teachings of Jesus Christ, living a moral and virtuous life, serving others, and preparing for eternal life through faith, repentance, baptism, receiving the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end. It emphasizes the importance of families, personal revelation, and the belief in ongoing revelation from modern-day prophets.
Does the Romney clan of Mexico still practice polygamy?
No, the Romney's in Mexico no longer practice polygamy, and have not for about 100 years. They are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which has prohibited the practice.
Do the Church of Latter Day Saints teach polygamy?
No. The Church of Latter-Day Saints officially banned polygamy in the 1800's when the concept created much debate among the Mormons (another name for those who are affiliated with the Church of Latter Day Saints). However despite this ban many Mormons practice polygamy still. In Utah, about 60,000 Mormons practice polygamy (5% of the Utah Mormon population).
Do Latter Day Saints Church teach polygamy?
No. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints does not teach polygamy. The practice of polygamy was banned in 1890, almost 120 years ago. Anyone found practicing polygamy in the church today is excommunicated. There are a few offshoots groups and churches, such as the FLDS, Centennial Park Group, The Work, and the Apostolic United Brethren, that do practice polygamy, but these groups are not affiliated in any way with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. These groups generally strive to be distinct and far separated from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints because they believe that it has strayed from the truth and is teaching false doctrine.
Is the law against Polygamy constitutional?
The U.S. Constitution does not restrict the practice of polygamy. However, it does not explicitly or implicitly protect that right, which allows state and national legislatures to restrict it.--Polygamy is not mentioned in the constitution or in any of its amendments; the only prominent sect in the US that practiced polygamy (the Latter Day Saints) was established decades after the constitution was ratified. Polygamy is, however, against federal law.
Why did Mormons abolish polygamy?
Early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) practiced polygamy because they believed that God had revealed to Joseph Smith that the Biblical practice of polygamy was to be restored. They ended the practice in 1890 after a later prophet, Wilford Woodruff, said he had received a revelation from God to end the practice. You can read the official answer to this question from the Church, as well as answers from Mormon church members at the "Related Links" below. You can also read the revelations restoring and ending the practice of polygamy in the Church.
If a guy you know in high school is Mormon does that mean his family practices polygamy?
Polygamy was practiced in Mormonism many years ago, but is not currently practiced by Mormons today. It is highly unlikely that the kid's family practices polygamy._______While there is a possibility that "this guy"'s family practices polygamy, it is very unlikely. It is true that polygamy, the practice of having multiple wives, was once a part of Mormon tradition, times have changed a great deal since the religion was first founded. It was in 1890 that polygamy was officially rejected as a part of Mormonism, though some sects continue to practice it.______Additionally, no sects practice polygamy that are officially part of the church. If you were to practice polygamy now, you would be kicked out of the church... therefore, any "real" Mormon (member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) would NOT be a polygamist, so your friend in high school almost certainly is notthe people of FLDS practice poligamy they are not Mormons though
Why do Mormons get away with the practice of polygamy?
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons) have not practiced polygamy since 1890. Anyone found doing so is excommunicated from the Church. There is a break-off group called the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (FLDS) who call themselves Mormons but are not associated with the original Mormon church (or its practices) beyond the name; this group still believes in and practices polygamy.
Is polygamy permitted in mormonism?
No. In it's early days, some members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons) practiced polygamy, but this was outlawed in the 1890's. Anyone found practicing polygamy today is excommunicated from the church.
Is Utah the biggest polygamy state?
Most polygamy in the United States is done within the borders of Utah and Arizona. Many FLDS members live in the twin communities of Hildale, Utah, and Colorado City, Arizona. There are several religious groups in the United States that actively promote the practice of polygamy, or plural marriage. Most (but not all) claim some historical connection to early Mormonism, and frequently call themselves "Mormon Fundamentalists" or "Fundamentalist Mormons," a term that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (mainstream Mormons), who do not practice polygamy, often object to. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints renounced polygamy in 1890 as part of the events enabling Utah to become a state of the United States. Today, the church will excommunicate any member found to be practicing polygamy, even in countries where polygamy is legal, thus, FLDS members are not members of the official Mormon church.
The fundamentalist church of Jesus Christ of later day saints?
The Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "FLDS") began with a group of people who left the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the 1890's, when the church outlawed the practice of polygamy. The Fundamentalist Church is estimated to have a few thousand members that live mostly in closed societies in Utah, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, and British Columbia. The majority of these members are believed to practice polygamy. You can go to the FLDS official websites at the "Related Links" below.
Does Mormon religion approve more than one wives to men?
No. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) banned the practice of polygamy (having multiple wives) over 120 years ago, in October 1890. Anyone found in a polygamous relationship is excommunicated from (kicked out of) the Church. There are some who refer to themselves as 'fundamentalist Mormons' who practice polygamy. These groups are not affiliated with the mainstream Mormon church. They broke from the Mormon church to form their own churches when the Mormon church outlawed the practice of polygamy. Check out the "Related Links" below to see more regarding the Mormon church and polygamy.
