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An Introduction to Mormonism (Introduction to Religion)

An Introduction to Mormonism (Introduction to Religion)

by Douglas J . Davies (Author)

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    Paperback 2003

    $35.28
Synopsis

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is one of the fastest growing religious movements in the world. It is highly visible, with a massive missionary program, yet it remains a mystery in terms of its core beliefs and theological structure. This 2003 book provides an introduction to the basic history, doctrines and practices of The LDS - the 'Mormon' Church. Written by a non-Mormon it neither seeks to prove or disprove the truthfulness of the religious claims of that faith but rather to describe them in ways that non-Mormons can understand. Particular emphasis is given to sacred texts and prophecies as well as to the crucial Temple rituals of endowments, marriage and baptism for the dead, through which human beings may achieve their divine potential. This rich comparative study offers an understanding of Mormon theology and ideas of humanity.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 284
 Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 23 Oct 2003
ISBN 10: 0521520649
ISBN 13: 9780521520645
Book Overview: An introduction to the core beliefs and theological structure of the Mormon church, first published in 2003.

Media Reviews
This wide-ranging, thorough, an dperceptive work is as accessible to the layperson as to the scholar and provides an important contribution to Mormon studies. Nova Religio
Davies describes the landscape of Mormon belief with insight and originality - The Journal of Religion Jill Mulvay Derr, Brigham Young University
Author Bio
Douglas J. Davies is Professor in the Study of Religion at the Department of Theology at the University of Durham. He is the author of numerous books including The Mormon Culture of Salvation (2000) and Death, Ritual and Belief (2002).