Temples

Temple rituals, covenants, symbolism, and institutional theology surrounding LDS sacred spaces.

Freemasonry’s Imprint on Joseph Smith’s Temple Ceremony.

Analyzes parallels between Mormon temple endowment and Masonic ritual forms introduced in 1842.

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Consecrating Everything: Mormonism’s Most Sweeping Oath.

Describes LDS temple covenant requiring total consecration of time, talents, and possessions.

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Sacred underwear and the Myth of Safety.

Evaluates LDS temple garments’ symbolic purpose versus claims of miraculous physical protection.

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