The practice of plural marriage in the LDS Church is examined, revealing a complex history that continues to influence fundamentalist Mormonism today. The 1890 Manifesto, which officially ended the practice, is reevaluated in light of new information, and the consequences of its implementation are discussed. [... more]

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' decision to abandon plural marriage in 1890 is examined, revealing a pragmatic reason behind the Manifesto, rather than a spiritual one. The essay's failure to discuss the revelation in Doctrine and Covenants 132 and the declining importance of polygamy within the church are also criticized. [... more]

The LDS Church's history of plural marriage is examined, including the 1890 manifesto and the church's continued practice of polygamy despite its public denials. [... more]

The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' practice of plural marriage, also known as polygamy, is complex and nuanced. The LDS Church's leaders encouraged members to obey God rather than men, leading to a course of civil disobedience in the face of federal laws prohibiting the practice. The 1890 Manifesto marked the beginning of the end of plural marriage, but it continued in some form, and the Church's doctrine on the matter remains ambiguous. [... more]

The LDS Gospel Topics Series is a scholarly engagement that aims to help readers better understand the original 13 Gospel Topics essays posted on the church's official website. The book tackles these essays, including the chapter 'Plural Marriage After 1890' written by Newell G. Bringhurst, who shows sympathy towards the LDS Church by using its proper name. The chapter explores the history of plural marriage in the church, including the impact of anti-polygamy laws and the Edmonds Tucker Act of 1887. [... more]

The LDS Church's 2013 Gospel Topics essay on Plural Marriage and Families in Early Utah is examined, revealing contradictions and a softer stance on polygamy's importance in the historical church. The essay's use of civil disobedience is also questioned, and the church's past actions, including a 13-page list of enemies, are discussed. [... more]

The idea of plural marriage was introduced in 1830 and practiced secretly in the early 1840s, but was publicly announced in 1852. The LDS Church canonized plural marriage as doctrine in 1876, but ended it by manifesto in 1890, causing confusion among church members. [... more]

The demise of plural marriage in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was a gradual process, influenced by external pressure, internal conflicts, and changing attitudes. Brigham Young's justification for plural marriage as a moral alternative to prostitution was later disputed, and the church's leaders eventually agreed to end the practice in 1890. However, the topic remained restricted for research and discussion, and the church's stance on polygamy evolved over time. [... more]

The practice of polygamy in the early days of the LDS Church is examined, with a focus on the teachings of Brigham Young and the role of Joseph Smith. The chapter discusses the reasons behind the practice, including the need to counter allegations from the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the consequences of this practice, including the hoarding of women by top leaders in the Church. [... more]

The practice of plural marriage in the LDS Church has been a topic of controversy, with some members unaware of its importance in church history. Critics argue that the church's recent essays on the subject are misleading, citing biblical examples that do not support the idea of God commanding polygamy. Meanwhile, supporters commend the church for increased transparency, but also acknowledge the potential negative repercussions for members who have been misled. [... more]

The LDS Church's doctrine of plural marriage, also known as eternal polygamy, raises questions about the nature of relationships in the afterlife. Critics argue that this doctrine can lead to problematic situations, such as women being married to multiple men in eternity, and the potential for inequality and favoritism within these relationships. [... more]

The practice of plural marriage in the 19th century is examined, particularly in the context of Joseph Smith's relationships with multiple women, including teenagers and already married women. The discussion highlights the contradictions and difficulties in understanding the motivations and actions of Smith and the early LDS Church. [... more]

The discussion continues on chapter 7 of the LDS Gospel Topics Series, A Scholarly Engagement, which critiques the essay on Joseph Smith and Plural Marriage. The essay's attempt to justify Smith's relationships with already civilly married women is questioned, and the distinction between eternity-only and time-and-eternity marriage ceilings is examined. The presentist understanding of marriage ceilings is also discussed, and the essay's handling of Smith's marriages to teenagers is criticized. [... more]

The LDS Church's Gospel Topics essay on Plural Marriage in Kirtland and Nauvoo is criticized for presenting a reverential portrait of Joseph Smith, emphasizing his spiritual qualities and avoiding serious consideration of erotic appeal and other factors in the implementation of plural marriage. [... more]

The Mormon Research Ministry examines the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from a biblical perspective, discussing the complexities of Joseph Smith's involvement in plural marriage and the implications for the LDS Church. [... more]

The LDS Church's release of an essay on the beginnings of plural marriage, part of its Gospel Topics series, attracted public attention and admitted that Joseph Smith had married young women and concealed many of these polygamous marriages from his first wife, Emma Hale Smith. [... more]

Helen Mar Kimball, a 14-year-old girl, was sealed to Joseph Smith for eternity, sparking controversy over the Mormon doctrine of plural marriage. Her story, included in the book Saints, highlights the complexities and implications of celestial polygamy, raising questions about loyalty, consent, and the treatment of women within the faith. [... more]

The Apostolic United Brethren, a polygamous group, was founded by Rulon C. Alred in 1954. The group has a complex history, with connections to the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the LeBaron group. The current leader, Lynn A. Thompson, has been accused of sexual misconduct, and the group has a temple in Mexico, but the purpose of the temple is unknown. [... more]

This week we take a look at the July Ensign magazine and an article on why Mormons practice plural marriage in the early years [... more]

This week we take a look at the July Ensign magazine and an article on why Mormons practice plural marriage in the early years [... more]

This week we take a look at the July Ensign magazine and an article on why Mormons practice plural marriage in the early years [... more]

This week we take a look at the July Ensign magazine and an article on why Mormons practice plural marriage in the early years [... more]

This week we take a look at the July Ensign magazine and an article on why Mormons practice plural marriage in the early years [... more]