Mormonism for Dummies - Paperback

by Christopher Kimball Bigelow (Author), Jana Riess (Author)

Explore one of the fastest-growing religions in the world

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the first Christian faith to be developed in America, and today the Church is home to millions--both inside and outside the United States. Mormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition is a valuable tool for individuals interested in learning more about the beliefs and practices of the widely-practiced Latter-day Saint faith. In this informative book, you'll explore the different denominations of the Church, recent changes to the Church's customs and practices'which also covers why the Church encourages a shift away from the term "Mormon" and more.

Inside, you'll:

• Discover the history and origins of the Church of Latter-Day Saints
• Understand the Church's official stances on areas, including race, the status of women, and polygamy
• Examine subjects like religious fundamentalism and orthodoxy through the lens of practicing LDS members

A must-read for anyone interested in the rituals, customs, beliefs, and politics of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, Mormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the straightforward and unbiased info you need to understand this nuanced faith.

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Explore one of the earliest and largest homegrown U.S. faiths

Looking for an easy and informative resource about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Then Mormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the book you've been waiting for. Discover who the Latter-day Saints are, what they believe, and what a Mormon church service entails. You'll also explore the history of the Church as well as current customs, practices, and views. Mormonism For Dummies is a must-read for anyone interested in the Latter-day Saint (LDS) church.

Inside...

• Learn about Heavenly Parents, eternal families, and the Savior's atonement
• Uncover the history and origins of the LDS faith
• Compare Mormon beliefs with other Christian denominations
• Find out where the LDS church stands on race, women, and polygamy
• Discover why the Church is moving away from the term "Mormon"

Author Biography

Christopher Kimball Bigelow has authored several books on Mormonism and is a former editor of the LDS church's official Ensign magazine. He was the co-founder and editor of the Mormon literary magazine Irreantum.

Jana Riess, PhD, is an author of many books on Mormonism and is a senior columnist for Religion News Service. She has also spoken about the LDS church at conferences and in media interviews.