Definition

Noun: 1. The religious system, doctrines, and practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and related denominations: This refers to the theology, beliefs, and way of life founded by Joseph Smith in the 19th century, which considers the Book of Mormon as a sacred text alongside the Bible.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The history of Mormonism in the United States is a significant part of the country's religious landscape.
  • She studied the core tenets of Mormonism, such as the belief in modern prophets.
  • The cultural practices associated with Mormonism are distinct in many communities.

Advanced Usage

• "Early Mormonism": Refers to the formative period of the religion during the lifetime of Joseph Smith and the early migration of its followers.
  • The challenges faced by early Mormonism shaped its strong community identity.
• Used in academic or comparative religious studies to discuss a specific tradition within Christianity.
  • The scholar's paper analyzed Mormonism as a new religious movement.

Variants and Related Words

• Mormon (noun): A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or a related denomination.
  • Many Mormons are known for their missionary work.
• Mormon (adjective): Pertaining to Mormons or Mormonism.
  • They visited the Mormon Tabernacle in Salt Lake City.

Synonyms

• Latter-day Saint movement: A more formal term often used interchangeably with Mormonism, especially to refer to the broader group of churches stemming from Joseph Smith's teachings.

Related Terms and Concepts

• Book of Mormon: A sacred text of Mormonism, which followers believe to be a record of ancient American prophets and a companion scripture to the Bible.
• Restorationism: A Christian belief that the original church established by Jesus Christ was lost and needed to be restored. Mormonism is considered a Restorationist faith.

Noun

1. the doctrines and practices of the Mormon Church based on the Book of Mormon