Mormonism - religious community, which arose in the US in the 30s of the 19th century.It combines elements of Judaism, Protestantism and other religions.Mormons - are members of the community.
founder
His appearance owes religion Joseph Smith, had the ability to mystical visions, which appeared in his still young.The First Vision Joseph visited in 15 years.In it, God and Jesus did Smith chosen for the revival of true Christianity, which must not be adjacent to the existing church.Three years later, Joseph was the second vision.He appeared to him an angel named Moroni and told that at the Hill Cumorah hidden "gold plates" with the important messages of the ancient history of the United States.These "lists" were to help in the reconstruction of Joseph, the true Church, but he can take them only in 1827.The next three years Smith deciphered writings and sought like-minded people, in preparation for the opening of the church.
opening of the Church
Mormon History begins with the April 6, 1830.It was then in New York was founded as a part of their church a total of 6 people.But this year, the number of organizations has increased dramatically at the expense of conversion is very well-known at the time of the Protestant preachers - Sidney and Parley Pratt Rigtona.In addition, Mormons are actively engaged in involving the sect representatives of different faiths.From that moment it came to hostility, persecution began.In 1838, it was approved by the commandment to tithe (donation), allowing the Mormons to put together a fortune.
In 1844, John Bennett (Assistant Smith) spoke openly about the practice of polygamy in their church.According to different sources, Smith had 80 wives.This topic is actively covered in the publication of "Observer Nova", which stated that the Mormons - a sect entice people out of money and corrupting society.The founder of the church decided to apply for the issuance of force.For this he was put in prison Karthagskuyu.The indignation of the townspeople knew no bounds, they took by storm the prison.Smith was killed in the shootout and was proclaimed a martyr.After his death, the church was headed Braym Young.Since 2008, the president of the organization is Thomas Monson.
Life Mormon
adherents of this religion live according to strict rules.We can say that the Mormons - is an example of high moral and healthy life.They are prohibited from smoking tobacco, drinking alcohol, drugs, and caffeinated beverages.Abortion and divorce is also banned.The key to the spiritual and material well-being of a family with many children and pious, hard-filled life.Due to the strict observance of these principles, many representatives of religion became the owners of large estates in the industrial, insurance and banking sectors.Despite that, among Protestant movements Mormonism is considered unusual.He is not particularly welcome.This is probably due to the beginning of its history, when religion was of marginal and sectarian character.Now the Mormons - a respectable religious community (it includes more than 11 million people), which supports scientific progress and helps its members to find their purpose in the modern world.
