Mormons

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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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They are perhaps best known for their missionary tradition, where every year thousands of young Mormons are sent by the LDS to different locations around the world to recruit others to the religion.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

The LDS church, sometimes called the Mormons: 51% favor.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2025

Zion Canyon was named by Mormons in the late 19th century, and other landmarks bearing religious names abound — Hall of the Patriarchs, Tabernacle Dome, Cathedral Mountain.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2023

Mr. Nelson, regarded as a prophet by members of the church popularly known as the Mormons, injured his back three weeks ago, two days after his latest birthday.

From Washington Times • Sep. 29, 2023

Mormons don't drink coffee, though Helmuth likes its deep, rich smell.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti