{"product_id":"mormonism-for-dummies-9781394315765","title":"Mormonism for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore one of the fastest-growing religions in the world\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the first Christian faith to be developed in America, and today the Church is home to millions--both inside and outside the United States. \u003ci\u003eMormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is a valuable tool for individuals interested in learning more about the beliefs and practices of the widely-practiced Latter-day Saint faith. In this informative book, you'll explore the different denominations of the Church, recent changes to the Church's customs and practices'which also covers why the Church encourages a shift \u003ci\u003eaway\u003c\/i\u003e from the term \"Mormon\" and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the history and origins of the Church of Latter-Day Saints\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the Church's official stances on areas, including race, the status of women, and polygamy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamine subjects like religious fundamentalism and orthodoxy through the lens of practicing LDS members\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA must-read for anyone interested in the rituals, customs, beliefs, and politics of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, \u003ci\u003eMormonism For Dummies, 2nd Edition\u003c\/i\u003e gives you the straightforward and unbiased info you need to understand this nuanced faith.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristopher Kimball Bigelow\u003c\/b\u003e has authored several books on Mormonism and is a former editor of the LDS church's official \u003ci\u003eEnsign\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. He was the co-founder and editor of the Mormon literary magazine \u003ci\u003eIrreantum\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJana Riess, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is an author of many books on Mormonism and is a senior columnist for Religion News Service. She has also spoken about the LDS church at conferences and in media interviews.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51213362462994,"sku":"9781394315765","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c785ab19-38da-4998-9958-9d832090dd64.jpg?v=1745367244","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/mormonism-for-dummies-9781394315765","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}