Questions tagged [word-of-wisdom]
Section of Doctrine and Covenants, a Latter-day Saints scripture, that covers dietary and health restrictions practiced my members of the church.
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Solomon’s Godly Wisdom but also Solomon's sinning by marrying “Non-Hebrew” women
1 Kings 3:5-14
New American Standard Bible 1995
5 In Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream at night; and God
said, “Ask what you wish Me to give you.”
Solomon’s Prayer
6 Then Solomon said, “...
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What is the earliest use of the phrase "the Lord's law of health" in reference to the LDS Word of Wisdom?
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The modern Church uses the phrase "the Lord's law of health" to describe the Word of Wisdom. For example, Chapter 29 of Gospel Principles is called "The Lord's Law of Health." However, ...
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What is meant by, "mild drinks" in D&C section 89?
17 Nevertheless, wheat for man, and corn for the ox, and oats for the horse, and rye for the fowls and for swine, and for all beasts of the field, and barley for all useful animals, and for mild ...
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Are gluten free diets in violation of the word of wisdom?
Aside from celiacs and others with medical disorders which prevent them from eating certain grains, is there an official LDS church stance in relation to people who optionally choose to live a gluten ...
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Why does the LDS church believe that alcohol was forbidden, despite being common in the Bible?
The Word of Wisdom prohibits members of the LDS church from drinking alcohol, but alcohol is quite common in both the Tanach (Jewish bible) and the New Testament. Why does the LDS church believe that ...
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How has the LDS Word of Wisdom changed since its introduction?
In the LDS faith, they follow a law of health called the Word of Wisdom that teaches them to abstain from things like alcohol and tobacco and it encourages them to eat foods like grains, fruits, and ...
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When did the LDS church begin teaching the Word of Wisdom?
At what date did the LDS church begin teaching the Word of Wisdom? What circumstances led to the introduction of the Word of Wisdom and what publications cover that period of time in LDS church ...
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Do Mormons still eat meat only in "winter, cold or famine?"
In the Doctrines and Covenants from which the Word of Wisdom comes (referring to abstinence from hot drinks, strong drinks/alcohol, and tobacco), it also states that meat should be used sparingly, ...
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Is it against the LDS Word of Wisdom to use marijuana as medicine?
The Latter-day Saints subscribe to a revelation dubbed the "Word of Wisdom" which outlines a code of health which Saints in good standing are expected to live. It's found in Doctrine and Covenants 89. ...
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