Mormonism is unique among Christianity for many reasons. Most of these differences have eroded over time, and it seems to be getting faster today. However, if we go back to the very beginnings, then we can see many influences that…
Tag: Temple
In Mormonism, the Endowment, Second Anointing, and Sealing ordinances are crucial to the foundations of the entire religion. However, their exact origins are shrouded in mystery. There is an eternal debate, that will never be solved, as to whether those…
The temple endowment is one of the most defining features of Mormonism. I remember when I first went through the temple. I didn’t know what to expect in the slightest. Of course, there is a lot of symbolism however that…
Recently there has been an increased focus on the LDS temple garment and the need to wear it in a more consistent manner. I already thought this was clear since there previously were questions you had to answer during the…
In the LDS church, the Kirtland temple dedication is certainly seen as a special time. However, it is rarely given anything more than a brief mention. I honestly don’t even recall ever having an actual discussion about it. It is…
This is something that I never thought that I would do. However, I feel compelled to respond to a video which Michelle Stone, from 132 Problems: Revisiting Mormon Polygamy recently put out. This is in no way critical of her,…
In the LDS church the temple ordinances, which include the Endowment and Sealing, are thought of as the crowning ordinances in the gospel. However, there is an additional ordinance that is specifically concealed from members, that of the second anointing….
I went through the LDS Endowment in 1999 and honestly didn’t know what to expect. Prior to that point, I had taken a temple prep class however that class is almost useless in preparing individuals for the temple. This is…
I was married in the Las Vegas temple in April 2002. According to LDS belief, since I had been sealed in the temple then I was essentially set for life spiritually. All I had to do from that point forward…
In Mormonism the temple is the highest and holiest place on earth. It is the house of the Lord and a place where members go to make sacred covenants with God. Each temple is unique and a special place of…