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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Utah County, which includes Happy Valley, is about 70% Latter-day Saints, commonly known as Mormons, and 70% white, according to the latest figures.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

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

From Salon • Jun. 3, 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

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 believe that people have a right to worship how, or where, or what they want.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti