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1. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints; a religion that originated in the United States in the nineteenth century, with teachings based on the Bible (see also Bible) and the Book of Mormon. In Mormon belief, the Book of Mormon was revealed to the founder of the church, Joseph Smith, in the early nineteenth century. When the beliefs of the Mormons brought them into conflict with some of their neighbors, they moved to western territories under the leadership of Brigham Young.

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The Mormons were once controversial because they engaged in polygamy, but the church no longer sanctions the practice.

The land the Mormons eventually settled in the West became the state of Utah, where Mormons still form a majority.

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While all other followers of Jesus, from Quakers to Catholics, were officially designated as variations of “Christian,” Mormons did not enjoy the Christian label.

From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026

Hundreds of students and visitors came to listen to him debate and discuss everything from which basketball player is the greatest to the finer differences between Mormons and evangelical Christians.

From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2025

Evelyn R. has worked as a trainer in Provo for young Mormons who are about to embark on their 18 to 24-month missions domestically and abroad.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2025

"There are Mormons who still get upset about it but we're just showing our version of it and I think that's empowering as hopefully people can relate to our stories and struggles."

From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2025

How did he get along with the Mormons who dominated this part of the world?

From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz

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