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What characteristic of Mormonism angered non-Mormon Americans the most besides polygamy?
It really depends on the person. Some people are upset by the unconventional beliefs of Mormons, whether it is modern prophets, personal revelation, an open scriptural canon, eternal progression, or baptism for the deceased. Others are upset by what they consider 'oppressive' Mormon moral and organizational standards such as opposing gay marriage, opposing ordination of women, opposing sexual relationships outside of marriage, encouraging traditional gender roles, and opposing unhealthy habits such as alcohol and tobacco consumption.
In the past, non-Mormons have been angered by Mormons views against slavery, in their support of women's rights and sufferage, their doctrine of gathering, and their not allowing the ordination of blacks (repealed in 1978).
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What does Kody Brown believe?
Kody Brown is a follower of an offshoot of Mormonism that believes in polygamy, or plural marriage, as a path to salvation.
Besides their practice of polygamy the Mormons aroused hostility from many Americans because of what?
The restoration of the true gospel of Jesus Christ. If you are looking for answers to the A.P.U.S.H. Chapter 15 worksheet, the correct answer is: their efforts to convert members of other denominations to Mormonism.
What has the author Edgar Estes Folk written?
Edgar Estes Folk has written: 'The Mormon monster, or, The story of Mormonism' -- subject(s): Controversial literature, Mormons, Mormon Church, Polygamy, Mormons and Mormonism, Controversial works
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.
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
Do voters and Christians know that when Mormonism began they practiced polygamy and that God is a Polygamist?
There are several problems with this question: First, Polygamy did not enter the Mormon church until 13 years after it began. It was not practiced by the membership of the church until 1843. Second, nowhere in Mormon doctrine does it say that God is a polygamist. This is not an official doctrine of the church. Third, Mormons do not deny that the church practiced polygamy from 1843 to 1890. Just because they ended the practice doesn't mean they deny it ever happend. But, to answer the question, yes. The majority of Americans do know that early Mormons practiced polygamy. In fact, many polls have indicated that polygamy is the first thing people think of when they hear the word "Mormon." The church is trying to change this, as they haven't practiced polygamy for over 120 years.
What was the Edmunds-Tucker Act?
The Edmunds-Tucker act was a law prohibiting anyone involved in a religion with polygamy from voting or holding office. It was a direct attack on Mormonism, particularly in Utah at the time.
What did the Native Americans think of polygamy in 1840-1895?
White settlers in the US came from Christian European countries where polygamy was illegal and considered immoral. Polygamy is frowned upon by most Christians, and it is not practiced in any free democratic country.
Does Fred Grant realize that he should have written FLDS do practice polygamy?
He wrote RLDS and they do not practice polygamy and never did. The name of their church changed to The Community of Christ in 2001. The mainstream Mormon (LDS) Church banned the practice of polygamy among American members in 1890 and members outside the US in 1904. Today, anyone found to be in a polygamous relationship is promptly excommunicated. (I've actually witnessed this!) There are other groups in the Mormonism movement which do practice polygamy. Many know of the FLDS which have been the subject of national attention, but there are many smaller groups and thousands of independent families.
Where in the world can you get married to more than one person?
There are a number of Muslim countries where a man is allowed to take as many as four wives. Also, in some African countries, polygamy is still practiced. And although Mormonism has outlawed polygamy, there are still some fundamentalist Mormons who broke away from the LDS church so that they could continue to practice plural marriage.
What specific practices distinguished Mormonism from other mainline Christian churches of the 19th century?
An observable practice that easily distinguished Mormons from mainstream Christians in the nineteenth century was polygamy.William Law was excommunicated by the Mormon church in 1844 for opposing polygamy. Together with Sidney Rigdon, he published the Vauvoo Expositor in 1844 and set up a separate church. The group was opposed by Joseph Smith, the founder of Mormonism, and its press destroyed by a mob. This apparent attack on the 'free press' led to other opponents of the Church to engage in serious criticism and further attack. Smith and other were imprisoned for causing a riot. The prison was mobbed by a 'rabble of freemasons', resulting in Smith's death on 27th June 1844.Polygamy was officially abandoned by Mormonism in 1890, under government pressure.
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.
