Is the prohibition on alcohol and caffeine in the scripture (Book of Mormon?) or is it just a custom in your religion? If in scripture, where?
2006-07-08 15:07:11 · 7 answers · asked by Like An Ibis 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The prohibition against alcoholic beverages and "hot drinks" (i.e. coffee and tea) is found in a revelation received by Joseph Smith known as the "Word of Wisdom". We consider this revelation to be scripture and it has been canonized as part of the book called Doctrine and Covenants. Many members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints also avoid caffeinated beverages because of the principles taught in the Word of Wisdom. The Word of Wisdom also prohibits tobacco use, and encourages us to eat healthy foods and to do so with thanksgiving. It includes beautiful promises of health, wisdom, and stamina to those who follow it.
2006-07-08 18:52:40 · answer #1 · answered by drshorty 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's in Docterine and Covenants, section 89. It talks about how strong drinks, such as alcohol, are not good for the belly. It also says tobacco is not good. Caffeine is something Mormons believe in limiting, not completly abstaining from. It's called the Word of Wisdom and it's just about keeping your body healthy.
2006-07-08 15:08:55 · answer #2 · answered by Melissa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The non use of alcohol and tobacco is a Word of Wisdom only. It is suggested not to use those products as we all know they are not good for you.
2006-07-08 15:11:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is in our scriptures to which i have included a link. we are advised not to injest strong drinks(alcoholic Beverages) and to abstain from tobacco and any other impure thing, we are advised to eat meat only sparingly, and to avoid hot drinks(coffee and tea) hope this helps. :D
2006-07-09 10:59:38 · answer #4 · answered by Tom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bible doesn't prohibit alchohol, only its abuse.
2006-07-08 15:11:33 · answer #5 · answered by C_Dawg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm a member of the LSD
2006-07-08 15:10:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hehehe IDK i am christian.
2006-07-08 15:10:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋