How Mormon Are You? (21 Qs To See How Much You Really Know About Mormons)

Mormon is a nickname given to members of the LDS church. It's based on the "Book of Mormon"

Mormon is one of the last prophets found in the Book of Mormon - a record of an ancient civilization in the Americas. Mormon compiled about 900 years worth of religious and historical records of prophets and governments onto plates made of gold. He gave the golden plates to his son, Moroni, who finished the records and added his testimony before burying the records in a hill side. The records were found in the 1800s and were translated by Joseph Smith via a heaven-sent special ability.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) recognizes four standard works of scripture: The Book of Mormon, The Doctrine and Covenants, The Pearl of Great Price, and The Holy Bible (King James Version). The Apocrypha is not considered part of the LDS Church's standard works. While it contains valuable historical texts, it does not hold the same canonical status within the LDS Church.

In the Mormon church, worthy members above the age of 12 may be baptized in LDS temples for people who are dead. It is believed that people who have died are taught about Jesus while they await their ressurection in a spirit world. These spirit people can accept or reject a baptism done in their behalf by a living member of the church in order for them to be saved before Christ's second coming and judgement day.

Joseph Smith Jr was the first prophet of the LDS Church. Oliver Cowdry was never the prophet. Brigham Young was the second prophet of the LDS church. Ezra Taft Benson was the prophet and president of the LDS church, but not the second (he was also a former US Secretary of Agriculture). Thomas S. Monson is the current prophet and president of the LDS church.

The Three Nephites are three men who were granted a wish by Jesus to serve as missionaries until the end of the world. This explanation aligns with the belief in certain branches of Mormonism that there were three individuals who were given immortality by Jesus and continue to roam the earth, helping and teaching people. They are often seen as a symbol of hope and faith in the Mormon faith.

Joseph Smith was shot by an angry mob while he was in the jail at Carthage, Il. See the Wikipedia article at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Joseph_Smith,_Jr.

The sacrament is conducted in church buildings on Sundays. Church meeting houses are separate from what we do in temples. Temples aren't even open on Sundays.

CTR stands for "Choose The Right." This is a popular motto and reminder among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). It encourages individuals to make righteous choices and follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. The CTR motto is often used as a symbol on rings, jewelry, and other items to remind individuals to make choices that align with their faith and values.

The correct answer is 14 million. This is the estimated population of the LDS (Latter-day Saints) church today. This figure represents the number of members in the church worldwide. It is a significant number that highlights the growth and global reach of the LDS church.

Faith in Christ is the center of the LDS doctrine. Nobody can be saved without Him. Additionally, nobody is forced to be saved. When we choose to follow Christ, we not only profess that desire orally, but demonstrate our desire through faith, repentance, and by being baptized. When we do these things, we're given the Gift of The Holy Ghost (which enlightens us to understand greater truth, guides us to do Christ's will, and purifies us or refines us).

Joseph Smith, the Golden Plates, Temples, and other aspects of the LDS (Mormon) faith are all designed to testify of Christ and to lead people to be true followers of Christ.

Mormons believe that the Father, the Son, and The Holy Ghost are individual beings with bodies that resemble our human bodies.

God the Father is the only God that Mormons worship, although Mormons believe that Godhood (god status) can be granted to righteous members of the church who attain the highest status in Heaven.

Contrary to minor misunderstandings, Mormons don't believe that they will ever take God's place - even after they reach godhood. Just like Jesus gave all glory to the Father, we must become like Christ to earn the status and our glory will also be His.

Mormons believe that the Bible is the word of God so far as it is translated correctly.

While errors and vague doctrines do exist in the Bible, it is considered Holy scripture and is used as both a historical and an official doctrinal record for the church. Where errors exist, Joseph Smith wrote corrections and clarification. These changes and additions are called the Joseph Smith Translation and are contained in the footnotes of the standard King James Bible.

The Book of Mormon is another Holy record created by ancient American prophets that also explains the Gospel of Christ and that testifies that Jesus Christ is the Savior and Redeemer of the world.

Greenie is a new missionary. Splits are also called "exchanges" and involve the missionary companionship splitting up temporarily and borrowing other missionaries or local church members in order to double missionary efforts. P Day stands for Preparation Day, and is a day set aside for missionaries to write home, do laundry, get some exercise, and buy groceries. BOM stands for Book of Mormon. Mo Tab stands for Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

Seriously - Tom Hanks is a Mormon hater! He said that Mormons were "un-American". He also produces a TV show called "Big Love" in which he defames and attempts to defile sacred LDS beliefs and temple ordinances.

Pioneer Day is celebrated on July 24th. This day commemorates the arrival of the first group of Mormon pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. These pioneers, led by Brigham Young, were seeking religious freedom and settled in what is now Utah. July 24th is a significant date for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is celebrated with parades, fireworks, and other festivities in Utah and other areas with a large Mormon population.

Mormons pray only to God, The Father - as in "Heavenly Father" and Jesus Christ's father. Mormons do not pray to any other being - not even Jesus Christ.

For reals though. This is common knowledge among anyone who has attended more than two or three events like talent shows, cookoffs, holiday parties, and even wedding receptions! Other common foods are funeral potatoes, rice krispy treats, and cream-of-somethin-soup casseroles.

Passover is a Jewish holiday. Mormons don't generally participate in Jewish, Hindu, Budhist, Muslim or some other religious based holidays outside of mainstream Christianity.

Mormons celebrate most Christian and US holidays. In other countries outside of the US, the church also allows its members to celebrate local holidays not contrary to church doctrine.

There is nothing more peevish than someone who sings this song wrong! It's "...but it seemed to be..."

The song "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" by C+C Music Factory is likely to be played at every LDS church youth dance forever because it is a popular and energetic dance song that encourages everyone to dance and have a good time. It is a well-known and catchy song that is suitable for a youth dance setting, and its upbeat tempo and lyrics make it a favorite choice among the youth.

Philo Farnsworth, a Mormon, is credited with inventing the modern electronic television. In the late 1920s, he developed key concepts for television transmission and received patents for his work, including the image dissector, an early version of the television camera tube. His contributions laid the foundation for modern television technology, and he is recognized for his pioneering role in its development. While some of the other items mentioned were invented by various individuals, Farnsworth's work on television is the most notable contribution by a Mormon inventor.