REL C 225 Unit 9
What were the primary reasons that the Saints experienced problems in Zion?
"Increased settlement of Church members in Missouri troubled some other settlers,
who felt threatened by the Saints' numbers, political and economic influence, and
cultural and religious differences."
According to the Lord, why did the city of Zion fail to be established?
Transgression, slothfulness, contention within the saints, prosperity
What was the Kirtland Safety Society?
A banking institution started by Church leaders and members. Among other things, its
purpose was to assist disadvantaged Saints in obtaining the resources necessary to
purchase properties and build homes.
What are some of the reasons for the apostasy that occurred in Kirtland?
Financial crisis, lost testimony
Where is Adam-ondi-Ahman, and why is it important?
Spring Hill, Missouri—where God and Adam dwelt and will return to.
What were the "Salt Sermon" and the "July 4th Oration," and who gave them?
Sidney Rigdon. First presidency member, call to action, "salt hath lots its savor"—
bombastics speech "that he come no more upon you."
What was the Missouri "Mormon War" of 1838?
Mormon battalion to fight against government
Who were the Danites?
Para-military group, clashed with Missouri opponents
"They were a group of Church members who were determined to use force if necessary
to protect the Saints and their property."
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What were the primary reasons that the Saints experienced problems in Zion?
"Increased settlement of Church members in Missouri troubled some other settlers,
who felt threatened by the Saints' numbers, political and economic influence, and
cultural and religious differences."
According to the Lord, why did the city of Zion fail to be established?
Transgression, slothfulness, contention within the saints, prosperity
What was the Kirtland Safety Society?
A banking institution started by Church leaders and members. Among other things, its
purpose was to assist disadvantaged Saints in obtaining the resources necessary to
purchase properties and build homes.
What are some of the reasons for the apostasy that occurred in Kirtland?
Financial crisis, lost testimony
Where is Adam-ondi-Ahman, and why is it important?
Spring Hill, Missouri—where God and Adam dwelt and will return to.
What were the "Salt Sermon" and the "July 4th Oration," and who gave them?
Sidney Rigdon. First presidency member, call to action, "salt hath lots its savor"—
bombastics speech "that he come no more upon you."
What was the Missouri "Mormon War" of 1838?
Mormon battalion to fight against government
Who were the Danites?
Para-military group, clashed with Missouri opponents
"They were a group of Church members who were determined to use force if necessary
to protect the Saints and their property."
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