Monthly Archives: July 2008

The Mormon Doctrine of Materiality

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

On May 21, 1845 an article on the nature of God, man, and angels appeared in the LDS publication the “Prophet.” Understood to have been written by the editor, LDS Apostle Parley P. Pratt, the article was reprinted in the … Continue reading →

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Governor Boggs vs. the Mormons

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

Last week, on July 24th, the state of Utah and Mormons everywhere celebrated Pioneer Day, the anniversary of the 1847 arrival of the Mormons to the Salt Lake Valley. I’ve been reading newspaper articles reporting on various celebrations from all … Continue reading →

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The Book of Mormon in Context

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

“The possibility of finding buried treasure fascinated many in late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century America. Reports of searching for such riches were widespread in the Palmyra [New York] area, and extant accounts show that treasure was generally sought through supernatural … Continue reading →

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The Bible Through Mormon Eyes

Posted on July 23, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

The LDS Church embraces four volumes as scripture: the Bible, the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price. Following are ten statements from Mormon sources explaining how the LDS Church and its members view the Bible. … Continue reading →

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Joseph Smith’s 1832 Handwritten History

Posted on July 21, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

One hundred and seventy-six years ago yesterday (that is, on July 20, 1832) Joseph Smith began writing a history of his life. This was his first attempt at recording his history. He worked on it for several months while living … Continue reading →

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Mormonism Has a Tribal Deity

Posted on July 20, 2008 by Aaron Shafovaloff

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“If [LDS] Doctrines Were Wrong…”

Posted on July 18, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

Last month (30 June 2008) the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle ran a short article profiling four Latter-day Saints from the Rochester, New York area. Dorothy Holmes was one of the Mormons interviewed. The article mostly covered Mrs. Holmes’ family and … Continue reading →

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Evangelists at the Twin Falls Temple

Posted on July 18, 2008 by Aaron Shafovaloff

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“Mormon” History

Posted on July 16, 2008 by Sharon Lindbloom

The LDS Church continues the effort to distance itself from Mormon Fundamentalists. In a July 10, 2008 article printed in the Salt Lake Tribune, LDS spokesperson Scott Trotter is quoted as saying, “there is no such thing as a Mormon … Continue reading →

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Brian Mackert video

Posted on July 15, 2008 by Aaron Shafovaloff

Brian Mackert discusses his intimate memoir, Illegitimate: How a Loving God Rescued a Son of Polygamy.

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