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"God Dan -> Ed Hulett" <1:138/666> wrote in
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 EH>>> I refuse to address your and Sauer's constant attacks on my
 GD>   religion.

 GD>> IOW, you refuse to defend your unfounded belief system.
 GD> That shows you how little you know about your religion.

In fact, Ed knows so little about his own faith, he isn't even a Mormon.




21 Questions Answered About Mormon Faith
Tuesday , December 18, 2007

Mitt Romney's run for president has put his Mormon faith in the
spotlight, but the religion remains a mystery to most.

FOXNews.com compiled a list of 21 questions representing some widely
held beliefs and misconceptions about Mormonism and posed them to The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Church objected to answering some of the questions on the grounds
that they misrepresent the basic tenets of the Mormon religion.

"Many of these questions are typically found on anti-Mormon blogs or Web
sites which aim to misrepresent or distort Mormon doctrines," the Church
said in a statement. "Several of these questions do not represent ...
any serious attempt to depict the core values and beliefs of its
members."

Here are the questions and how the Church responded:

Q: Why do some call the Church a cult?

A: For the most part, this seems to stem from a lack of understanding
about the Church and its core doctrines and beliefs. Under those
circumstances it is too easy to label a religion or other organization
that is not well-known with an inflammatory term like 'cult.' Famed
scholar of religion Martin Marty has said a cult means a church you
don't personally happen to like. We don't believe any organization
should be subjected to a label that has come to be as pejorative as that
one.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God?

A: Mormons believe Jesus Christ is literally the Son of God, the Savior
and Redeemer, who died for the sins of humankind and rose from the dead
on the third day with an immortal body. God, the Father, also has an
immortal body.

Q: Does the Church believe in the divinity of Jesus?

A: Mormons believe Jesus Christ is literally the Son of God, the Savior
and Redeemer, who died for the sins of humankind and rose from the dead
on the third day with an immortal body. God, the Father, also has an
immortal body.

Q: Does the Church believe that God is a physical being?

A: Mormons believe Jesus Christ is literally the Son of God, the Savior
and Redeemer, who died for the sins of humankind and rose from the dead
on the third day with an immortal body. God, the Father, also has an
immortal body.

Q: If so, does the Church believe that God lives on a planet named
Kolob?

A: 'Kolob' is a term found in ancient records translated by Joseph
Smith. Joseph Smith did not provide a full description or explanation of
Kolob nor did he assign the idea particular significance in relation to
the Church's core doctrines.

Q: Where is the planet Kolob? What significance does the planet have to
Mormons?

A: 'Kolob' is a term found in ancient records translated by Joseph
Smith. Joseph Smith did not provide a full description or explanation of
Kolob nor did he assign the idea particular significance in relation to
the Church's core doctrines.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe that God and Mary had physical sex to
conceive Jesus?

A: The Church does not claim to know how Jesus was conceived but
believes the Bible and Book of Mormon references to Jesus being born of
the Virgin Mary.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe Jesus appeared in North America after
his crucifixion and resurrection?

A: The appearance of Jesus in the Western Hemisphere shortly after his
resurrection is described in the Book of Mormon. Mormons believe that
when Christ told his disciples in the Bible He had other 'sheep' who
should receive his message he was referring to those people in the
Western Hemisphere.

Q: If so, when did this happen? And under what circumstances?

A: The appearance of Jesus in the Western Hemisphere shortly after his
resurrection is described in the Book of Mormon. Mormons believe that
when Christ told his disciples in the Bible He had other 'sheep' who
should receive his message he was referring to those people in the
Western Hemisphere.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe its followers can become "gods and
goddesses" after death?

A: We believe that the apostle Peter's biblical reference to partaking
of the divine nature and the apostle Paul's reference to being 'joint
heirs with Christ' reflect the intent that children of God should strive
to emulate their Heavenly Father in every way. Throughout the
eternities, Mormons believe, they will reverence and worship God the
Father and Jesus Christ. The goal is not to equal them or to achieve
parity with them but to imitate and someday acquire their perfect
goodness, love and other divine attributes.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe that women can only gain access to
heaven with a special pass or codewords?

A: No.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe that women must serve men on both
Earth and in heaven?

A: Absolutely not. Mormons believe that women and men are complete
equals before God and in relation to the blessings available in the
Church.

Q: Is there such a thing as Mormon "underwear"? if so, are all Mormons
required to wear it? What does it symbolize?

A: Like members of many religious faiths, Latter-day Saints wear
religious clothing. But members of other faiths -- typically those
involved in permanent pastoral ministries or religious services --
usually wear religious garments as outer ceremonial vestments or symbols
of recognition. In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
garments are worn beneath street clothing as a personal and private
reminder of commitments to God.

Garments are considered sacred by Church members and are not regarded as
a topic for casual conversation.

Q: Does the Mormon Church believe in the existence of another physical
planet or planets, where Mormons will "rule" after their death and
ascension?

A: No.

Q: What specifically does the Mormon Church say about African-Americans
and Native Americans?

A: Mormons believe that all mankind are sons and daughters of God and
should be loved and respected as such. The blessings of the gospel are
available to all.

Q: What are or were the "Golden Plates"?

A: The Book of Mormon was translated by Joseph Smith from records made
on plates of gold, similar to metal plates that have been found in other
ancient cultures. It contained a history of peoples in the Western
Hemisphere including an appearance by the Savior to them. As such, the
Book of Mormon is considered a second testimony of Jesus Christ.

Q: Are consumption of alcohol and tobacco prohibited or simply
discouraged?

A: It is against the teachings of the Church to use alcohol and tobacco
or to drink tea and coffee.

Q: Does the Church also ban the consumption of "hot drinks"? And does
that apply specifically to caffeinated drinks?

A: It is against the teachings of the Church to use alcohol and tobacco
or to drink tea and coffee.

Q: Why do Mormons go from door to door?

A: Christ admonished his disciples to take the gospel to the world. The
Church follows that admonition and sends missionaries throughout the
world.

Q: What do the Mormons believe about the family?

A: Mormons believe that the family is the foundation for this life and
the life to come.

Q: Can someone who may never marry in life have eternal marriage?

A: God will not withhold blessings from any of his children who may not
have the opportunity to marry in this life.

(c) Associated Press.

Copyright 2009 FOX News Network

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