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Origin Claims of Mormon Temple Ceremony

Ancient Temple Traditions and the Latter-day Saint Temple Ceremony Abstract: This paper explores the origins, structure, and theological claims of the Latter-day Saint (LDS) temple ceremony, particularly the Endowment, in comparison with ancient Israelite and early...

DID JOSEPH SMITH PRACTICE POLYGAMY?

Executive Brief: Did Joseph Smith Practice Polygamy? Core question: Did Joseph Smith begin the practice of plural marriage, or did Brigham Young introduce it after Joseph’s death? ⏳ Timeline Overview 1830–1835: Public monogamy; possible sealing to Fanny Alger....
Origin Claims of Mormon Temple Ceremony

Origin Claims of Mormon Temple Ceremony

Ancient Temple Traditions and the Latter-day Saint Temple Ceremony Abstract: This paper explores the origins, structure, and theological claims of the Latter-day Saint (LDS) temple ceremony, particularly the Endowment, in comparison with ancient Israelite and early...

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