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Is Mormonism a culture?
The culture is geographically concentrated in the Mormon Corridor in the United States, and is present to a lesser extent in many places of the world where Latter-day Saints live. In some aspects, Latter-day Saint culture is distinct from church doctrine.
Is Jehovah Witness and Mormon the same?
Mormons consider worship God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit as separate persons and worship all of them. Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that the Only God is Jehovah who’s only son is Jesus and Jehovah created all human beings. They consider Jesus as less than God.
What is the Mormon religion?
The Mormon religion (Mormonism), whose followers are known as Mormons and Latter Day Saints (LDS), was founded less than two hundred years ago by a man named Joseph Smith. He claimed to have received a personal visit from God the Father and Jesus Christ who told him that all churches and their creeds were an abomination.
How has Mormonism grown in popularity?
In recent years, Mormonism has crept its way into popular American culture. Mormon presidential candidate Mitt Romney brought the religion to the forefront of American politics in 2012.
How many Mormons are there in the world?
Mormonism is thought to be a fast-growing religion. Some experts believe that if present trends continue, there could be 265 million Mormons worldwide by 2080. While the relatively new faith is still working to define its place as a major world religion, it’s likely to be a major contender in the coming years.
What do Mormons believe about the incarnation?
Mormon leaders have taught that Jesus’ incarnation was the result of a physical relationship between God the Father and Mary. Mormons believe Jesus is a god, but that any human can also become a god. Mormonism teaches that salvation can be earned by a combination of faith and good works.