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Like all religions, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has terms or expressions which may not be familiar to outsiders. Some of these are described below. | Like all religions, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has terms or expressions which may not be familiar to outsiders. Some of these are described below. | ||
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== A == | == A == | ||
− | ;Aaronic Priesthood:This is one of the two Latter-Day Saints priesthoods. It is made up of three offices Deacon, Teacher and Priest each with increasing duties. In the | + | ;Aaronic Priesthood:This is one of the two Latter-Day Saints priesthoods. It is made up of three offices Deacon, Teacher and Priest each with increasing duties. In the Church it is generally given to young men starting at age 12. In the Community of Christ and most other restorationist churches, it is generally given to adults. Capitalize both words. See ''priesthood''. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Aaronic Priesthood|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5438&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Aaronic Priesthood|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5438&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
− | ;Aaronic Order:A communal restorationist faith in and around Esk-Dale, Utah. Not part of the Salt Lake City based | + | ;Aaronic Order:A communal restorationist faith in and around Esk-Dale, Utah. Not part of the Salt Lake City based Church. |
− | ;anti-Mormon: Those who actively campaign against Mormon beliefs or practices. Merely disbelieving Mormon doctrine, leaving the Church, or disagreeing with Church policy does not make someone anti-Mormon. Some anti-Mormons write books, pamphlets and articles, while others protest outside of church buildings and conference centers while the Mormons worship. For an example of anti-Mormon activities, see: [http://www.fairlds.org/Anti-Mormons/Street_Preachers.html here]. Anti-Mormons generally share one of two ideologies: (a) Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christian groups or (b) secular/agnostic/atheist, usually former members. Authors should be aware that that some who pass themselves off as experts on Mormonism have their own ideologic agendas, and sometimes derive some or all of their income from material attacking the | + | ;anti-Mormon: Those who actively campaign against Mormon beliefs or practices. Merely disbelieving Mormon doctrine, leaving the Church, or disagreeing with Church policy does not make someone anti-Mormon. Some anti-Mormons write books, pamphlets and articles, while others protest outside of church buildings and conference centers while the Mormons worship. For an example of anti-Mormon activities, see: [http://www.fairlds.org/Anti-Mormons/Street_Preachers.html here]. Anti-Mormons generally share one of two ideologies: (a) Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christian groups or (b) secular/agnostic/atheist, usually former members. Authors should be aware that that some who pass themselves off as experts on Mormonism have their own ideologic agendas, and sometimes derive some or all of their income from material attacking the Church. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Anti-Mormon Publications|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5473&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Anti-Mormon Publications|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5473&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
;apostate: An inflammatory word used by some to denote a person who has been a member of a Church and who has been excommunicated or who has withdrawn from membership because of belief in doctrines that are not compatible with church doctrine. The term, however, should not be used to describe or label any church or person. If a church can trace its origins to another church, then it should be so stated. For example: ''The Restoration Church of Jesus Christ was formed by members of the RLDS Church in 1989.'' If an individual is no longer a member of the church, they should be referred to as a "former member" or some other less inflammatory term. | ;apostate: An inflammatory word used by some to denote a person who has been a member of a Church and who has been excommunicated or who has withdrawn from membership because of belief in doctrines that are not compatible with church doctrine. The term, however, should not be used to describe or label any church or person. If a church can trace its origins to another church, then it should be so stated. For example: ''The Restoration Church of Jesus Christ was formed by members of the RLDS Church in 1989.'' If an individual is no longer a member of the church, they should be referred to as a "former member" or some other less inflammatory term. | ||
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== B == | == B == | ||
− | ;Baptism for the dead: The practice of baptizing a person by proxy for a deceased person. When used in a sentence do not capitalize. This rite is performed most often in the temples of the | + | ;Baptism for the dead: The practice of baptizing a person by proxy for a deceased person. When used in a sentence do not capitalize. This rite is performed most often in the temples of the Church. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Baptism for the Dead|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5502&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Baptism for the Dead|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5502&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
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;Book of the Law of the Lord: A book of scripture translated by James J. Strang in 1851. Used by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Strang) and related groups. | ;Book of the Law of the Lord: A book of scripture translated by James J. Strang in 1851. Used by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Strang) and related groups. | ||
− | ;The Book of Mormon: A book of scripture used by most, but not all, of the restorationist churches. Translated by Joseph Smith, Jr. it is also known as ''The Record of the Nephites'' by some churches. The | + | ;The Book of Mormon: A book of scripture used by most, but not all, of the restorationist churches. Translated by Joseph Smith, Jr. it is also known as ''The Record of the Nephites'' by some churches. The Church's media style guide gives the name as ''The Book of Mormon - Another Testament of Jesus Christ'' which is rarely used even within the Church. Citing scriptures from the Book of Mormon. Because the Book of Mormon has two different verse numbering systems in use it is important to cite verses from it in a consistent way. The numbering system used by the church about which the story is concerning should be used with the alternate system used afterwards. The two systems are noted as either LDS or RLDS. For example: 1 Ne. 1:1 (1 Ne. 1:1 RLDS) You should do this even in cases where the two numbering systems agree. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Book of Mormon|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5531&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Book of Mormon|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5531&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
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*Moro. Moroni | *Moro. Moroni | ||
− | ;Branch: Ecclesiastical unit in the | + | ;Branch: Ecclesiastical unit in the Church that is comparable in function to a ward but that is smaller. It is presided over by a Branch President. |
*{{Encyclopedia|article=Branch, Branch President|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5559&CISOBOX=0}} | *{{Encyclopedia|article=Branch, Branch President|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5559&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
− | ;Brigham Young University: Also known as BYU or "The Y". A University in Provo, Utah operated by the | + | ;Brigham Young University: Also known as BYU or "The Y". A University in Provo, Utah operated by the Church. It is one of the largest private Universities in the West with approximately 27,000 daytime students. It has received many national recognitions and is ranked high in several categories. |
* Website: [http://www.byu.edu www.byu.edu] | * Website: [http://www.byu.edu www.byu.edu] | ||
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Brigham Young University|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5561&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Brigham Young University|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5561&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
− | ;Brigham Young University-Idaho: A University in Rexburg, Idaho operated by the | + | ;Brigham Young University-Idaho: A University in Rexburg, Idaho operated by the Church. Formerly known as "Ricks College." |
* Website: [http://www.byui.edu/ www.byui.edu] | * Website: [http://www.byui.edu/ www.byui.edu] | ||
− | ;Brigham Young University-Hawaii: A University in Laie, Hawaii operated by the | + | ;Brigham Young University-Hawaii: A University in Laie, Hawaii operated by the Church. |
* Website: [http://www.byuh.edu/ www.byuh.edu] | * Website: [http://www.byuh.edu/ www.byuh.edu] | ||
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== C == | == C == | ||
− | ;Celestial Kingdom: The highest of degree of glory in the LDS concept of heaven. It is compared to the glory of the sun It is sub-divided into three heavens or degrees ({{s|| | + | ;Celestial Kingdom: The highest of degree of glory in the LDS concept of heaven. It is compared to the glory of the sun It is sub-divided into three heavens or degrees ({{s||D&C|131|1-4}}). |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Celestial Kingdom|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5584&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Celestial Kingdom|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5584&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
== D == | == D == | ||
− | ;Deacon: An office in the Aaronic Priesthood. In the | + | ;Deacon: An office in the Aaronic Priesthood. In the Church this office is generally given to boys at the age of 12. In the Community of Christ (RLDS) it is held by adults, both men and women. This office generally performs non-ecclesiastical duties such as collecting offerings and passing the sacrament (communion) to the congregation. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Deacon, aaronic priesthood|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5660&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Deacon, aaronic priesthood|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5660&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
− | ;Doctrine and Covenants: Scripture used by | + | ;Doctrine and Covenants: Scripture used by Church; consists of revelations given to Joseph Smith and a few from his successors. Abbreviated as D&C. See [[MormonFAQ:Terms#B|Book of Commandments]]. |
* {{Encyclopedia|article=Doctrine and Covenants|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5686&CISOBOX=0}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Doctrine and Covenants|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5686&CISOBOX=0}} | ||
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;Endowment: Ritualistic-drama ceremony given in LDS temples that teaches man about the creation, fall, atonement, and how man may return to God's presence and be exalted. | ;Endowment: Ritualistic-drama ceremony given in LDS temples that teaches man about the creation, fall, atonement, and how man may return to God's presence and be exalted. | ||
*{{Encyclopedia|article=Endowment|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5707&filename=5708.pdf}} | *{{Encyclopedia|article=Endowment|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=5707&filename=5708.pdf}} | ||
− | ;Exaltation: In LDS belief, exaltation refers to the deification of men and women in the highest heaven of the Celestial Kingdom. This is reserved for those who are heirs of God and join-heirs with Jesus Christ (See [http://scriptures.lds.org/en/rom/8/16-18 Romans 8:16-18]). They will become "gods, even sons of God" (See {{ | + | ;Exaltation: In LDS belief, exaltation refers to the deification of men and women in the highest heaven of the Celestial Kingdom. This is reserved for those who are heirs of God and join-heirs with Jesus Christ (See [http://scriptures.lds.org/en/rom/8/16-18 Romans 8:16-18]). They will become "gods, even sons of God" (See {{s||D&C|76|58-59}}) and thus participate in the Divine Council (See {{b||Psalm 82||}}). |
*{{Encyclopedia|article=Exaltation|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3667&filename=3668.pdf}} | *{{Encyclopedia|article=Exaltation|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3667&filename=3668.pdf}} | ||
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;Garments: After a member of the church goes to the temple, they wear special garments as their under clothing as a sacred reminder of covenants made with God. They are similar in form to boxer shorts and an under shirt. Some anti-Mormons mockingly refer to this as "magic underwear" or other derogatory names which behavior is very offensive to the members of the church. | ;Garments: After a member of the church goes to the temple, they wear special garments as their under clothing as a sacred reminder of covenants made with God. They are similar in form to boxer shorts and an under shirt. Some anti-Mormons mockingly refer to this as "magic underwear" or other derogatory names which behavior is very offensive to the members of the church. | ||
− | *{{E|Garments|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3719&filename=3720.pdf}} | + | *{{E|Garments|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3719&filename=3720.pdf}} |
;General Authorities: Church Leaders who have authority in the world wide church and who are not restricted in authority to certain geographical regions alone. The First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the First and Second Quorums of Seventy, and the Presiding Bishopric are all general authorities. | ;General Authorities: Church Leaders who have authority in the world wide church and who are not restricted in authority to certain geographical regions alone. The First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the First and Second Quorums of Seventy, and the Presiding Bishopric are all general authorities. | ||
− | *{{E|General Authorities|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3724&filename=3725.pdf}} | + | *{{E|General Authorities|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3724&filename=3725.pdf}} |
− | ;General Conference: The first weekend in April and the first weekend in October, all of the General Authorities of the church will meet in Salt Lake City in the conference center. They will give sermons and talks on a variety of subjects. It is broadcast all over the world and listened to by the members of the | + | ;General Conference: The first weekend in April and the first weekend in October, all of the General Authorities of the church will meet in Salt Lake City in the conference center. They will give sermons and talks on a variety of subjects. It is broadcast all over the world and listened to by the members of the Church. You can see the talks from General Conference here http://www.lds.org/conference/sessions/display/0,5239,49-1-775,00.html |
;Gift of the Holy Ghost: The right to have, whenever one is worthy, the companionship of the Holy Ghost. This right is given only after proper and authorized baptism and is conferred by the laying on of hands by those who hold Melchizedek Priesthood. It acts as a cleansing agent to purify a person and sanctify them from sin. | ;Gift of the Holy Ghost: The right to have, whenever one is worthy, the companionship of the Holy Ghost. This right is given only after proper and authorized baptism and is conferred by the laying on of hands by those who hold Melchizedek Priesthood. It acts as a cleansing agent to purify a person and sanctify them from sin. | ||
− | *{{E|Gift of the Holy Ghost|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3729&filename=3730.pdf}} | + | *{{E|Gift of the Holy Ghost|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3729&filename=3730.pdf}} |
;Godhead: | ;Godhead: | ||
*The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost acting in a quorum. In the LDS teach that "the Father has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as man’s; the Son also; but the Holy Ghost has not a body of flesh and bones, but is a personage of Spirit. Were it not so, the Holy Ghost could not dwell in us." ([http://scriptures.lds.org/en/dc/130/22#22 D&C 130:22]) | *The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost acting in a quorum. In the LDS teach that "the Father has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as man’s; the Son also; but the Holy Ghost has not a body of flesh and bones, but is a personage of Spirit. Were it not so, the Holy Ghost could not dwell in us." ([http://scriptures.lds.org/en/dc/130/22#22 D&C 130:22]) | ||
*The term "Godhead" as found in the KJV New Testament is archaic and means "godhood"—the quality or state of being divine. LDS do not generally use the term in this fashion although it is in KJV version of the Bible which is used by the Church. | *The term "Godhead" as found in the KJV New Testament is archaic and means "godhood"—the quality or state of being divine. LDS do not generally use the term in this fashion although it is in KJV version of the Bible which is used by the Church. | ||
− | *{{E|Godhead|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3733&filename=3734.pdf}} | + | *{{E|Godhead|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3733&filename=3734.pdf}} |
;Godhood: The state of being, or becoming, divine. | ;Godhood: The state of being, or becoming, divine. | ||
− | *{{E|Godhood|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3734&filename=3735.pdf}} | + | *{{E|Godhood|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3734&filename=3735.pdf}} |
== H == | == H == | ||
− | ;High Priest: This is a level in the LDS priesthood given to many males over the age of | + | ;High Priest: This is a level in the LDS priesthood given to many males over the age of 40, or to those who have served in Ward or Stake leadership positions. |
− | *{{E|High Priest|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3758&filename=3759.pdf}} | + | *{{E|High Priest|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3758&filename=3759.pdf}} |
;Home Teaching: The families in the church are visited by other members each month. This is referred to as "home teaching." The intent of the visit is to make sure things are going well with the family and then to leave a gospel message. | ;Home Teaching: The families in the church are visited by other members each month. This is referred to as "home teaching." The intent of the visit is to make sure things are going well with the family and then to leave a gospel message. | ||
− | * {{E|Home Teaching|http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3772&filename=3773.pdf}} | + | * {{E|Home Teaching|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3772&filename=3773.pdf}} |
== I == | == I == | ||
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;Jesus Christ: Our Lord and Savior | ;Jesus Christ: Our Lord and Savior | ||
− | + | *{{E|Jesus Christ|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3819.pdf}} | |
− | ;Joseph Smith : The first prophet and founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | + | *{{E|Jesus Christ, Fatherhood and Sonship|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3820.pdf}} |
+ | *{{E|Jesus Christ, Names and Titles of|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3821.pdf}} | ||
+ | *{{E|Jesus Christ, Second Comforter|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3822.pdf}} | ||
+ | *{{E|Jesus Christ, Sources for the Words of|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3823.pdf}} | ||
+ | *{{E|Jesus Christ, Types and Shadows of|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3824.pdf}} | ||
+ | *{{E|Jesus Christ in the Scriptures|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3818&filename=3825.pdf}} | ||
+ | * LDS Scripture references to Jesus Christ {{link|url=http://scriptures.lds.org/en/tg/j/18}} | ||
+ | * FAIR Wiki: [[Template:JesusChristPortal|'''Jesus Christ''']] | ||
+ | ;Joseph Smith,Jr. : The first prophet and founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | ||
== K == | == K == | ||
− | + | ;Keys of the priesthood: Authority to direct and administer priesthood responsibilities. The prophet holds all keys; other keys are designated to apostles, stake presidents, bishops, and quorum presidents as needed. | |
+ | * {{E|Keys of the Priesthood|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3845&filename=3846.pdf}} | ||
== L == | == L == | ||
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== M == | == M == | ||
− | ;Melchizedek Priesthood: The second priesthood (the first being Aaronic.) This is the priesthood held by all elders and high priests in the church. | + | ;Melchizedek Priesthood: The second, or higher, priesthood (the first being Aaronic.) This is the priesthood held by all elders and high priests in the church. |
− | + | *{{E|Melchizedek priesthood|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=3917&filename=3918.pdf}} | |
;Mia Maid:Young Women who are 14 to 16 years of age are in the Mia Maid class. | ;Mia Maid:Young Women who are 14 to 16 years of age are in the Mia Maid class. | ||
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;Patriarch: Man designated within each Stake to give blessings. | ;Patriarch: Man designated within each Stake to give blessings. | ||
− | + | *{{E|Patriarch|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4035&filename=4036.pdf}} | |
;Patriarchal Blessings: Special blessing given by patriarchs to each member. The blessing is written down and is frequently used as a guide for life. | ;Patriarchal Blessings: Special blessing given by patriarchs to each member. The blessing is written down and is frequently used as a guide for life. | ||
− | + | *{{E|Patriarchal Blessings|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4036&filename=4037.pdf}} | |
− | ;Pearl of Great Price: A book of scripture held sacred by the | + | ;Pearl of Great Price: A book of scripture held sacred by the Church. It contains various texts including: |
*The Book of Moses: Joseph Smith's retranslation of the early chapters of Genesis. | *The Book of Moses: Joseph Smith's retranslation of the early chapters of Genesis. | ||
*The Book of Abraham: Joseph Smith's translations of some papyrus that was discovered with some mummies by Michael Chandler. | *The Book of Abraham: Joseph Smith's translations of some papyrus that was discovered with some mummies by Michael Chandler. | ||
*Joseph Smith - Matthew: Part of Joseph Smith's retranslation of Matthew, chapters 23 and 24. | *Joseph Smith - Matthew: Part of Joseph Smith's retranslation of Matthew, chapters 23 and 24. | ||
*Joseph Smith - History: Joseph's account of early events of the Church, taken from his History of the Church. And, | *Joseph Smith - History: Joseph's account of early events of the Church, taken from his History of the Church. And, | ||
− | *The Articles of Faith: A brief statment of basic beliefs of the Church, originally part of a letter | + | *The Articles of Faith: A brief statment of basic beliefs of the Church, originally part of a letter from Joseph Smith to John Wentworth, Editor of the ''Chicago Democrat'' who inquired of Joseph about the Church. |
− | + | *{{E|Pearl of Great Price|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4040&filename=4041.pdf}} | |
− | ;Priest: A level in the LDS priesthood held by young men ages | + | ;Priest: A level in the LDS priesthood held by young men ages 16–18. It is also often held by newer male converts in the Church. In the Community of Christ (RLDS) the office of Priest as with other Priesthood offices is generally held by adults, both men and women. |
− | + | *{{E|Priest, Aaronic Priesthood|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4079&filename=4080.pdf}} | |
− | ;Primary: The children's organization in the | + | ;Primary: The children's organization in the Church. |
+ | *{{E|Primary|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4089&filename=4090.pdf}} | ||
== Q == | == Q == | ||
− | + | ;Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: In the Church, the apostles preside following the death of the prophet/president of the Church until a new prophet (usually the senior apostle) is chosen. | |
+ | *{{E|Quorum of the Twelve Apostles|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4111&filename=4112.pdf}} | ||
== R == | == R == | ||
− | ;Relief Society: the woman's organization within the | + | ;Relief Society: the woman's organization within the Church. All women within the church belong to this organization. |
− | + | *{{E|Relief Society|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4121&filename=4122.pdf}} | |
== S == | == S == | ||
− | ;Sabbath: Mormons generally have their sabbath on Sunday. While there are differences on how each family decides to "Keep the sabbath day holy," it usually involves not working on Sunday, not shopping on Sunday and trying to avoid activities that would cause other people to work. | + | ;Sabbath: Mormons generally have their sabbath on Sunday. While there are differences on how each family decides to "Keep the sabbath day holy," it usually involves not working on Sunday, not shopping on Sunday and trying to avoid activities that would cause other people to work. Members who live in areas in which Sunday is not the traditional Sabbath (e.g. Saturday in the State of Israel; Friday in Muslim countries) will observe the Sabbath of their host nation. |
− | + | * {{E|Sabbath Day|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4147&filename=4148.pdf}} | |
;Seminary: A class offered to high school youth. In most areas it is early in the morning before school and is five days each week. | ;Seminary: A class offered to high school youth. In most areas it is early in the morning before school and is five days each week. | ||
;Stake: Ecclesiastical unit comprised of wards and branches and presided over by a Stake President. The term "Stake" is a reference to a stake in the tent of zion. | ;Stake: Ecclesiastical unit comprised of wards and branches and presided over by a Stake President. The term "Stake" is a reference to a stake in the tent of zion. | ||
+ | *{{E|Stake|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4239&filename=4240.pdf}} | ||
+ | ;Stake Conference: A meeting of the entire stake. It generally takes place twice a year. No ward or branch meetings are held on the Sunday when Stake Conference is held. | ||
− | ;Stake | + | ;Stake President: Leader of a stake; analagous to a Catholic "bishop," in that he administers several local worship units. |
+ | *{{E|Stake President, Stake Presidency|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4240&filename=4241.pdf}} | ||
== T == | == T == | ||
;Teacher: There are two uses of this word among LDS. The first is the familiar term teacher, as in a Sunday School teacher. The second usage is for a position in the LDS priesthood that is generally reserved for young men age 14-16. | ;Teacher: There are two uses of this word among LDS. The first is the familiar term teacher, as in a Sunday School teacher. The second usage is for a position in the LDS priesthood that is generally reserved for young men age 14-16. | ||
− | + | *{{E|Teacher, Aaronic Priesthood|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4263&filename=4264.pdf}} | |
− | ;Telestial Kingdom: The lowest kingdom of | + | ;Telestial Kingdom: The lowest kingdom of glory in the LDS view of heaven. It is compared to the glory of the stars. |
− | + | *{{E|Teletial Kingdom|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4266&filename=4267.pdf}} | |
;Temple: The temple is not a church building for normal Sunday meetings. It is a place of sacred worship and ceremonies performed for the living and on behalf of the dead. | ;Temple: The temple is not a church building for normal Sunday meetings. It is a place of sacred worship and ceremonies performed for the living and on behalf of the dead. | ||
− | + | *{{E|Temple|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4270&filename=4271.pdf}} | |
;Terrestrial Kingdom: The middle kingdom of Glory in the LDS view of heaven. It is compared to the glory of the moon. | ;Terrestrial Kingdom: The middle kingdom of Glory in the LDS view of heaven. It is compared to the glory of the moon. | ||
− | + | *{{E|Terrestrial Kingdom|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4274&filename=4275.pdf}} | |
− | ;Testimony: This has two uses within the | + | ;Testimony: This has two uses within the Church. First it is a description of belief, as in "He has a testimony of the gospel." Secondly, it is used to describe the verbal expression of that belief, as in "He bore his testimony of the Atonement of Jesus Christ." Members are encouraged to receive a testmimony for themselves: i.e., they are to petition God for answers about the truth or falsity of the Church and its doctrines, and to receive such answers via personal revelation. |
− | + | *{{E|Testimony|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4276&filename=4277.pdf}} | |
− | ;Tithing : Tithing has been defined by the Lord as "one-tenth of [a person's] interest annually" ([http://scriptures.lds.org/en/dc/119/4 D&C 119:4]). Generally this has been interpreted to mean " | + | ;Tithing : Tithing has been defined by the Lord as "one-tenth of [a person's] interest annually" ([http://scriptures.lds.org/en/dc/119/4 D&C 119:4]). Generally this has been interpreted to mean "income." The Church has not defined "interest" or "income" specifically, leaving such determination up to each member. |
+ | *{{E|Tithing|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4287&filename=4288.pdf}} | ||
== U == | == U == | ||
== V == | == V == | ||
+ | ;Visiting teaching: Monthly visit made by two women in the ward to other sister(s) as assigned by the bishop and Relief Society president. Analagous to the male practice of ''home teaching''. The purpose is to share gospel teaching, build and strengthen friendships, and make sure all personal and spiritual needs are being met in each woman's life. | ||
+ | * {{E|Visiting Teaching|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4287&filename=4288.pdf}} | ||
== W == | == W == | ||
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* {{Encyclopedia|article=Ward|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4322&filename=4323.pdf}} | * {{Encyclopedia|article=Ward|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4322&filename=4323.pdf}} | ||
− | ;Welfare: | + | ;Welfare: A system of Church assistance, which provides food, clothing, fuel, and sometimes cash to meet basic necessities for those members who are in financial difficulty. The bishop administers welfare at the ward level, and finances come from ''fast offerings.'' Church Welfare is a gift, not a loan. Bishops work with members to help them become financially self-sufficient again, and bishops will almost always assign the member receiving assistance some sort of work, service, or activity so that the assistance is not a "dole." |
+ | * {{E|Welfare|2=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4332&filename=4333.pdf}} | ||
− | ;Word of Wisdom : The health code followed by practicing Latter-day Saints (Mormons.) The current interpretation includes not drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, taking illegal drugs, drinking coffee, or black or green tea. Some Latter-day Saints in the United States <!--In South America (Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, parts of Chile and Brazil) most members of the church drink yerba mate which contains caffeine--> have further interpreted this to mean they should not drink any caffeinated beverages although | + | ;Word of Wisdom : The health code followed by practicing Latter-day Saints (Mormons.) The current interpretation includes not drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, taking illegal drugs, drinking coffee, or black or green tea. Some Latter-day Saints in the United States <!--In South America (Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, parts of Chile and Brazil) most members of the church drink yerba mate which contains caffeine--> have further interpreted this to mean they should not drink any caffeinated beverages, although this is a matter about which the Church has no official stance. |
*{{Encyclopedia|article=Word of Wisdom|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4352&CISOBOX=1}} | *{{Encyclopedia|article=Word of Wisdom|link=http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cdm4/doc_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/EoM&CISOPTR=4352&CISOBOX=1}} | ||
+ | *FAIR Wiki: '''[[Template:WoWWiki|Word of Wisdom]]''' | ||
== X == | == X == |
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