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Lights and Shadows of Mormonism

Lights and Shadows of Mormonism

Gibbs, J. F.

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Religious BiographiesGeneral ChristianityRegional: West

ISBN10: 1417968702
ISBN13: 9781417968701
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 20 2004
Pages: 536
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Lights and Shadows of Mormonism is a book written by J.F. Gibbs that explores the history, beliefs, and practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon Church. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Mormonism. Gibbs begins by providing a brief history of the origins of the Mormon Church, including the life of its founder, Joseph Smith. He then delves into the core beliefs of the church, including its unique doctrines about God, Jesus Christ, and the afterlife. Throughout the book, Gibbs examines both the positive and negative aspects of Mormonism, hence the title Lights and Shadows. He discusses the church's emphasis on family values, its strong sense of community, and its missionary efforts around the world. At the same time, he also critiques some of the more controversial aspects of the church, such as its past practices of polygamy and its treatment of women and minorities. Overall, Lights and Shadows of Mormonism provides a comprehensive overview of the Mormon Church, its history, beliefs, and practices. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand this unique and complex religion.1909. Gibbs, a noted Utah journalist and student of history of central and southern Utah, was the author of many anti-Mormon and historical essays including his controversial book, Lights and Shadows of Mormonism. The book covers a history of Mormonism including the life of Joseph Smith, political events of church and state to 1909, and many other diverse subject matters pertaining to Mormons and the Mormon Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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