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The Book of Mormon is used as sacred scripture in combination with the Holy Biblebymost of the groups that fall under the "Mormonism" religious movement.
The most prominent and well known of these groups is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) with over 14.5 million members worldwide. Mormons believe that the Book of Mormon is equal with the Holy Bible in it's importance and sacredness.
There are also several small sects and groups that have broken away from this mainstreamMormon church which also use the Bookof Mormon. These include the Community of Christ, the Fundamentalist LDS Church, the Apostolic United Brethren, the Church of Christ-Temple Lot and others. Some of these groups place more emphasis on the Book of Mormon than others.
If you would like to learnmore about the Book of Mormon, check out the "Related Links" below.
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Where does the surname Mormon come from?
The Book of Mormon is the additional scripture of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints (the Mormons). It is possible that the surname Mormon comes from that scripture.
Is the word placate used in a book?
If the answer is directed at the Book of Mormon, the answer is "no." The word "placate" does not appear in this book of scripture.
What is the Mormon church officially known as?
The official name of the Mormon church is: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) Mormon is a nickname given to the church and it's members because of their belief in a book of scripture called the Book of Mormon. The Book of Mormon is held as sacred scripture and as a companion to the Bible to testify that Jesus is the Christ. Mormons also believe the Bible to be the true word of God.
Is the book of Mormon on x m radio?
No, the Book of Mormon is not on XM radio, but the Mormon Channel is. The Mormon Channel has many different programs, including interviews with church members, sermons, music, and scripture stories. You can download the Book of Mormon as an MP3. Check out the "Related Links" below to listen to the Mormon Channel or download the Book of Mormon MP3 (free).
What book do the Mormon's follow?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church use the King James Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price as scripture. They also follow the words of a living prophet. You can read Mormon scripture online at the "Related Links" below.
Why are people against Mormons but for the Bible?
The "Book of Mormon" is not the Bible, and many Christians are opposed to the Book of Mormon being placed beside or ahead of the Bible. One of the "solas" of the Reformation is "Scripture Alone." The Reformation's teaching is that the scripture stands by itself as the only rule we have for faith and practice. The objection is the Book of Mormon being elevated to the status that belongs only to the Bible.
How are the book of Mormon and the quran the same?
They are both religious texts considered scripture by their believers, but otherwise they are not very similar. The Qur'an is comperable to the Bible and has some similar stories. Because Mormons use both the Bible and the Book of Mormon, there was no need to repeat the Bible stories in the Book of Mormon.
What two religions have scripture from Gold Tablets delivered by an angel?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believes that the Book of Mormon was written on golden colored (although not necessarily the metal gold) plates, delivered to the prophet Joseph Smith by the Angel Moroni. Joseph Smith then translated the plates by the power of God and published the writings as The Book of Mormon. Mormons use the Book of Mormon side-by-side with the Bible. Other religious groups which have broken off from the Mormon Church, such as the Community of Christ and the Apostolic United Brethren also use the Book of Mormon as scripture. You can learn more about the Book of Mormon at the "Related Links" below.
What book in The Book Of Mormon is the same as Genisus?
There is no book in the Book of Mormon that is the same as Genesis. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) use the Bible, so there is no need to duplicate it in the Book of Mormon. The Book of Moses in the Pearl of Great Price is similar. It is not exactly the same because it has more detail.The Pearl of Great Price is also considered a book of scripture in the Church, in addition to the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and the Doctrine & Covenants.You can compare the books at the "Related Link" below.
What is the Mormon Bible called?
The official Bible of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) is the King James Version of the Bible. They also consider The Book of Mormon as scripture equal with the Bible.
Where was the word Mormon derived from?
The word Mormon comes from the Book of Mormon, which members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a few other denominations (such as the Community of Christ and the Apostolic United Brethren) use as scripture alongside the Bible. The Book of Mormon is a collection of ancient records put together by an ancient mesoamerican prophet named Mormon.
Do all Mormons believe in the book of Mormon?
Yes. All members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believe that the Book of Mormon is the word of God and that it is a volume of scripture to be used as a companion with the Holy Bible. This is a key doctrine of the Church, and belief in the Book of Mormon is a requirement for baptism. Joseph Smith called the Book of Mormon the "Keystone of our religion", meaning that belief in the Book of Mormon is fundamental, and if taken out the entire church would collapse. If you'd like to learn more about the Book of Mormon or what Mormons believe about it, check out the "Related Links" below.
