Mormon

usgb/ˈmɔːrmən/
noun

A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a religion founded in the United States in the 19th century.

The woman I spoke with is a Mormon and she shared with me some teachings of her faith.
Visual representation of "mormon" - A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a religion founded in the United States in the 19th century.

Often appears as...

  • mormon church
  • mormon faith
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Unique Origin

Learn the unique history behind the Mormon religion to understand references to its 19th-century American origins.

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The Mormon movement began with Joseph Smith in New York.
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Cultural Practices

Familiarize with Mormon customs like missionary work and abstaining from alcohol for better cultural understanding.

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Young Mormon adults often serve as missionaries.
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Common Confusion

Don't confuse Mormons with polygamists; most modern Mormons do not practice polygamy.

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He learned that polygamy is not part of mainstream Mormon beliefs today.
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