Joseph smith taught the doctrine of a "plurality of Gods"?

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polytheism as the bedrock belief of his church.He developed this doctrine over a period of years to reflect his belief that not only are there many gods but they once were mortal men who had developed in righteaousness until they had learned enough and merited godhood,"Eternal progression" is the term used by LDS, and they refer to godhood as "exaltation.My point is how can LDS consider themselves Christian when they base their theology on the teachings of joseph smith whom mormons revere as the highest authority in their church...a man clearly guilty of hearsay when he stated"God himself was once as we are now, and is an exalted man,and sits enthroned in yonder heavens!" the general theory is that a good mormon man can be a God.Very strange theories for a Christian.....I guess the vast majority of Christians got it all wrong?, I think Jesus would not be pleased.God is eternal and infinatly perfect which one has to conclude he never was a man.I pray for you my brothers and sisters.

straightu your religion is false,your book of mormon is false it was written by a false prophet, your book of mormon it not accepted by the vast majority of Christians and I tell you what is flat fact your religion was founded by a man, my religion was founded by Jesus Christ our savior,your numbers are small and always will be, your theology is ludicrous and you contradict your mormon version bible and book of mormon, may God show you the true path to salvation.

Answer 1

3. Father:
God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. The qualities and powers exhibited in the Son and the Holy Spirit are also revelations of the Father. (Gen. 1:1; Rev. 4:11; 1 Cor. 15:28; John 3:16; 1 John 4:8; 1 Tim. 1:17; Ex. 34:6, 7; John 14:9.)

4. Son:
God the eternal Son became incarnate in Jesus Christ. Through Him all things were created, the character of God is revealed, the salvation of humanity is accomplished, and the world is judged. Forever truly God, He became also truly man, Jesus the Christ. He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived and experienced temptation as a human being, but perfectly exemplified the righteousness and love of God. By His miracles He manifested God's power and was attested as God's promised Messiah. He suffered and died voluntarily on the cross for our sins and in our place, was raised from the dead, and ascended to minister in the heavenly sanctuary in our behalf. He will come again in glory for the final deliverance of His people and the restoration of all things. (John 1:1-3, 14; Col. 1:15-19; John 10:30; 14:9; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. 5:17-19; John 5:22; Luke 1:35; Phil. 2:5-11; Heb. 2:9-18; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4; Heb. 8:1, 2; John 14:1-3.)

5. Holy Spirit:
God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ's life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God. Sent by the Father and the Son to be always with His children, He extends spiritual gifts to the church, empowers it to bear witness to Christ, and in harmony with the Scriptures leads it into all truth. (Gen. 1:1, 2; Luke 1:35; 4:18; Acts 10:38; 2 Peter 1:21; 2 Cor. 3:18; Eph. 4:11, 12; Acts 1:8; John 14:16-18, 26; 15:26, 27; 16:7-13.)

Answer 2

Just because a book may have doctrine in the title does not mean it is the doctrine of the Church. And, he was correct. Those who followed Satan (Lucifer) gave up their rights to come to earth and receive a body. They are the ones we call demons. Look at the Bible to see whether getting a body is important, where you have the story about the demons who took the bodies of the swine. When they realized what they had done, they ran into the water and drowned themselves. I remember hearing the story of a woman who got patriarchal blessing for her downs syndrome child. It stated that he was one of the major ones in the battle in heaven and Satan said he would get him in this life. So God sent him in a state which Satan had no control over. We all did things in heaven which determines our lives here on earth. One of the things I recall is the saying 'the first shall be last', how are we to know that isn't a reference to the blacks. Maybe they were so good, that they asked to have the priesthood kept from them until it was nearer to the Coming of Christ? We are humans, and humans think up all sorts of things. Joseph Fielding Smith was also human. He put his personal opinion into what he said, the same as I did in the above paragraph. Doesn't make him any less of a prophet, just a human. God hasn't made any man a prophet who didn't have some human flaw within him. Remember, only one man was without flaws.

Answer 3

Why waste your time attempting to tear apart others' beliefs?

First, when you speak of a plurality of gods you must be certain you are saying so with a lower case "g", because Mormons believe there is one God (upper case), who is the Father of this universe, who is the Father of Jesus Christ, etc. They do not believe any member of their church will ever be greater than God, but that their members can becomes gods and progress in glory ("gods" meaning they can engage in what we consider godlike activities). Because they believe in one God, the are not polytheists in the sense you are attempting to portray, but are monotheists. You are correct they believe those who attain the highest reward from God for their obedience will be able to eternally progress. In sum, Mormons worship ONLY God, and no one else.

Second, Mormons DO NOT base their theology on the teachings of Joseph Smith, but do on the teachings of Christ (and God). Additionally, they DO NOT revere Joseph Smith as the highest authority in their church, because that would be Christ, who they believe continues to speak through prophets as He did in Biblical days. Joseph Smith is revered as a great man, because they believe he was a prophet, and because he restored the Church of Christ in modern times. Also, you misuse the term "hearsay", because, by using that term, you are implying that Joseph Smith heard it from someone else, that God was once as we are now; but then you also say he developed the theories himself (very confusing).

So, your "general theory...that a good mormon man can be a God" is incorrect. Your assumption that Mormons believe "the vast majority of Christians got it all wrong" is incorrect, because Mormons believe other churches contain many wonderful truths.

It is your opinion, which I value and respect, that these beliefs (which you clearly don't understand) are wrong. That's great, and I hope you continue to find happiness in your religion. However, I don't think it is anyone's right to put themselves in Jesus' feet and say He is not pleased. It is only His role to judge.

God IS eternal and infinitely perfect, and I'm sure Mormons appreciate that you pray for them, as they do for all God's children also. But, it appears somewhat hypocritical to be praying for someone when at the same time you talk down to them and disrespect them. We should all be showing respect to everyone, regardless of their beliefs, and value the right to worship as we may.

God Bless.

Answer 4

Genesis 1:1 Correct translation
"In the begining The gods(Elohim) created the heavens and the earth". I guess they did get it wrong.
Even your Jesus says "you are gods" quoting from the psalms answering the charge of claiming to be equal to god.
The ancient hebrews often absorbed other gods into their view of religion. Usually after the conquest of other nations.
Mormonism is clearly an invention of the early 19th century. And so is christianity a rip off of ancient greek pagan religions mingled with jewish tradition

In the days of the so called christ it was every Tom, Dick and Jesus

Answer 5

Many good points. "Mormonism" won't qualify as "true belief". Neither will most (maybe all) of "churchianity". Ex. 23:13 is really clear that we are not to use the names of pagan deities. There was no "J" until 1400 A.D. The Almighty says "call on my name" yet most "Christians" don't know what His name is. His name is YHVH. His Son's name means YHVH is my Savior. His name is Yahoshua. He died for us so we can live for Him, and He can live in us. He will keep His word. He will honor HIS days.

Answer 6

Jesus warned us about false prophets coming in the last days. The bible ends in Revelation with Jesus stating he would come back.

The bible does not say anything about Joseph Smith. Clearly a cult and an enemy of Chrisitanity.

Answer 7

as a Muslim i find polytheism is wrong wrong wrong! only God should be worshiped and prayed too, God has no partner, no son, no father, no brother, no equal . why would one wish assign partners with God ??

Answer 8

That's why Mormons are not Christians but another kind of Pagans.

Answer 9

the first lie was "eat and you will become like GOD"