This is for Mormons, please answer :)?

Question

God rejected the fig leaf aprons which Adam and Eve made (Gen. 3:21). Why do Mormons memorialize the fall by using fig leaf aprons in the secret temple ceremonies?

Secondly, I think that there are atleast 25 other faults in the Mormon beleif.

(The traditional Mormon ritual IS with fig leaves dear..)

Ok here are some more for you.

How do Mormons account for the italicized words in the King James Version (indicating their absence in the Hebrew and Greek) being found in the Book of Mormon? (A comparison of Mosiah 14 and Isaiah 53 will provide at least 13 examples)
If the Book of Mormon really contains the fullness of the Gospel, why does it not teach the doctrine of “eternal progression”? (See D&C 20:8,9
How can any men ever become Gods when the Bible says, “Before me there was no god formed, neither shall there be after me”? (Isaiah 43:10)
If Mormonism is the restored church, which is based upon the Bible, why are Mormon leaders so quick to state that the Bible is “translated wrong” when faced with some conflict between the Bible and Mormonism?
If the book of Mormon is true, why hasn’t a valid geography been established for the book?

Answer 1

I think perhaps you may have overestimated the faults of the mormon church. There is only one actual error.

It's all made up.

Answer 2

Genesis 3:21 Unto Adam also and to his wife did the LORD God make coats of skins, and clothed them.

I don't see anything about God rejecting the aprons, He just provided them with better clothing.

EDIT: For my own pleasure, I thought I'd answer your follow up questions.

1. The italicized words in the KJV are there due mainly to differences in language and the difficulty of translation. Hebrew and Greek are very different than English and don't always have words that English users would use, like articles, the, an, a.... It's funny that people use this as an attack along with the Jerusalem/Bethlehem arguement. Joseph knew that Jesus was born in Bethlehem, but he translated it as he saw it. There are many slight differences where the Book of Mormon qoutes Biblical scriptures. This doesn't prove anything.

2. From the Intro. to the Book of Mormon "The Book of Mormon ...contains, as does the Bible, the fulness of the everlasting gospel." This does not mean all the teachings or doctines of the gospel. Nothing could. John 21 :25 "And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen. " It means, instead, that in contains the teachings of a group of people that had the fulness of the gospel.

3. Since God is the first and the last and has always existed, actually nothing can be formed before or after Him. Literally, this verse does not rule out other godlike beings (such as the kinds that are mentioned many times in the Bible), but gives preeminence to the Originator of all, before whom no other being, divine or otherwise, was formed.

4. See the answer to the first question. We believe the Bible contains the fulness of the gospel.

5. It doesn't have to be. Many it just hasn't been found or it has all been destroyed. But we take it on faith. There is nothing wrong or abnormal with using faith. There is no scientific proof that sin exists or that if it did, any one being could pay the price for it. We, Christians, take it on faith that it is possible, and has happened.
But if you research more than exmormon.org, you'll find that there may not be proof, but there are archeological finds that support the Book of Mormon.

Answer 3

Alright, where did you get the "fig leaf aprons"? I am quoting direct scripture right here, Genesis 3:21 in the King James Version:

"Unto Adam also and to his wife did the LORD God make coats of skins, and clothed them."

So where was the fig leaf aprons? That was the whole verse right there, and if you're gonna make stuff up, that's one thing, but if you're gonna say something, then cite it to a source that has nothing representing your "fig leaf aprons" then you've got to change something. And let me tell you, guess what, THEY DON'T USE FIG LEAF APRONS. There is absolutely nothing in the Latter-Day Saint religion that participates in the use of "fig leaf aprons."

And furthermore, I want to know something. This goes along with "Nijg" 's comment well. If there are other Christian religions who are anti-mormon, then are they really following the teachings of Christ? Didn't Christ say in the Bible Titus 3:9

"But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain." ?

Why do other Christian religions so adamantly criticize, persecute, and bash Latter-Day Saints if they are truly Christians? There are Christian churches in our city that openly teach anti-Mormon-classes as part of their Sunday school so they can try to argue, dispute, and debate against us. If all Christians followed the true message that Jesus left all of us, wouldn't we all be accepting and tolerant to all religions? Including those who aren't Christian? If people truly wanted to come unto Christ, they would (Matthew 5:44) "...Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;" Why can't we all just get along? LDS members are completely and absolutely discouraged from persecuting, and reviling against other religions, Christian or not, where as others are encouraged to do so to the LDS members. Why don't all of us Christians truly come unto Christ and follow his spirit which is peace, love, and joy towards ALL the children of God.

Answer 4

Ruby, why are you attacking the Mormon (LDS) church? Did you use to be a member? I know I don't go around doing that to any other religion. It isn't Christlike. Are you a christian? If so, let it go. If you are having problems in trying to decide if the LDS church is right, you have to do the reading and praying to find out. You can attack and ask LDS people all you want, but you will never know what we know without reading the scriptures and praying. Before I was a member of the LDS church, I didn't know a lot about it, but I had heard some negative, not much, so I had to learn for myself and pray a lot and rely upon the Holy Ghost. I was stubborn somewhat because I was scared. I was scared because once I decided it was true, I had to change my life style. I did know it was true, and once the Holy Ghost overcame me with that knowledge I was full of joy. I never once wanted to go back to my old life. My old life was easier in some ways. It's easier to not try to be good and go out partying, but the good life I chose actually gave me much more freedom and way more blessings and it really became easy. I hope you find the peace in your life that I have found.

Answer 5

It's not much more than a reenactment (and the meaning behind the reenactment). I don't see the issue really.

As far as your comment about finding "at least 25 other faults in the Mormon belief"...who can really know they are faults, except God. I can see if you wanted to say they have at least 25 differences than mainstream Christianity or a particular sect (35,000 different sects or groups of Christianity), but all sects or groups have differences and each believes they are right. Who can really say what is right or wrong, especially because religion is faith based and personal (not much to do with facts or evidence)? It is nice that you feel so strongly about your beliefs (whatever they may be), but everyone has the right to believe as they do.

What do all of those 35,000 sects/groups/denominations have in common, including the Mormons? That Christ rose. He is our Salvation and Hope. God bless.

Oh, Mormon leaders don't say the Bible is translated wrong, but that they believe it as long as it is translated correctly. Big difference, and I'm sure you wouldn't disagree.

Answer 6

That's nice.
And did you know that you can buy a life on eBay?
Secondly, I think that there is at least 25 other faults in Anti-Mormonism.

OK, here are some more for you:
1. Why do Anti-Mormons blame their problems on the church?
2. Why do Anti-Mormons bash mormons?
3. Why don't Anti-Mormons just simply buy lives off eBay?
4. Why don't Anti-Mormons have any hobbies?
5. Why don't Anti-Mormons have a life?
6. Why don't Anti-Mormons have anything better to do?
7. Why do Anti-Mormons criticize innocent church-goers?
8. Why do Anti-Mormons try to make themselves feel better by ripping down the beliefs of others?

The list just goes on and on...
And I think your going to report this answer just because you disagree with me. Nothing new, happens all the time.

Oh, and there's this one scripture in Isaiah chapter 27 that proves the book of Mormon, but I'm not going to tell you it because you won't believe me anyway, because you have to seek for the truth to find the truth. That's enough bashing for today. Good-bye.

Answer 7

21 Unto Adam also and to his wife did the LORD God make coats of skins, and clothed them.
(Old Testament | Genesis 3:21)

So where exactly in the passage that say God rejected the fig leaf? Or mention about fig leaf for that matter.

The Temple rituals means a lot to us, but since you do not believe in our temple, I cannot expalin it to you.
( Its really difficult to teach calculus to kinder a garderner )

As for the faults that you think you find is not of my concern,
I have faith in the Lord, and in the prophets that he chosen.

Answer 8

I'm sorry you feel that way.
I try not to speak of things that go on in the temple when outside the temple, except in generalities, especially over the Internet.
I'm sure you can think of more than 25, others have. The thing is, religion can not be proved or disproved without faith, and if you have faith then you've just proven it. So why even bother with trying to contend with it, just learn from it, and apply it.

Answer 9

I know of no Mormon activity that "memorializes" fig leafs. Your information appears to be faulty.

Answer 10

And yet another false rumor floating around. We do not use fig leaves in the temples. And what are your other faults you have with us? I will be happy to answer them.