Japanese Saints

Japanese Saints
Author: John Patrick Hoffmann
Publisher: Lexington Books
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2007
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780739116890

Based on research in a small congregation in northern Japan and in-depth interviews with foreign missionaries, Japanese Saints is the first book to provide an in-depth, qualitative examination of what it is like to be a Japanese Mormon.

The History of the Mormons in Argentina

The History of the Mormons in Argentina
Author: Néstor Curbelo
Publisher: Greg Kofford Books
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2009-05-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

Originally published in Spanish, Curbelo’s The History of the Mormons in Argentina is a groundbreaking book detailing the growth of the Church in this Latin American country. Through numerous interviews and access to other primary resources, Curbelo has constructed a timeline, and then documents the story of the Church’s growth. Starting with a brief discussion of Parley P. Pratt’s assignment to preside over the Pacific and South American regions, continuing on with the translation of the scriptures into Spanish, the opening of the first missions in South America, and the building of temples, the book provides a survey history of the Church in Argentina. This book will be of interest not only to history buffs but also to thousands of past, present, and future missionaries. Translated by Erin Jennings

God and Country

God and Country
Author: Jeffery E. Sells
Publisher:
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2005
Genre: History
ISBN:

As is well known, the state of Utah was created under trying circumstances. Settled by religious refugees, the territory was at first governed by a people who resented the intrusion of the United States and who recognized no wall dividing church and state. This is the legacy that the contemporary state has inherited. As subtle (and sometimes not so subtle) as the influences of the past can be, the overall impact of religion in Utah from the founding period to the present has been enormous. In this anthology, fourteen prominent men and women, whose diverse backgrounds in politics, history, and religion more than qualify them as experts, attest to this fact. Each interprets the state of religion and politics with a clear, informed perspective, with reassurances and warnings. As the editor notes, there is an element of endearment in the tone of these essays; they are written by people who live in the state and clearly love her and care about the overall health and well being of her citizens.

The Mormon Delusion

The Mormon Delusion
Author: Jim Whitefield
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2009-07-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1409292487

This is the third in a series of books exposing the truth behind Mormonism. In this volume, we review doctrines that have been discarded. To early Mormons, Adam was God and blood atonement was a stark reality. These were accepted doctrines which survived for several decades throughout the leadership of several successive prophets. Today, the Church denies they even existed. The origin of the Mormon temple ceremony is established and explained. An analysis of changes over the years shows that the rites now enacted bear no resemblance to the original ceremonies Joseph Smith lifted from late eighteenth century Masonic ritual, claiming they were restored from the time of Solomon. The psychology of a Mormon testimony is explored and explained. Sections of the Doctrine and Covenants are exposed as completely unfulfilled nonsense that Mormons simply cannot see through as long as blind faith precludes rational thinking. Visit www.themormondelusion.com for further information on this and other volumes.