Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints (Mormons)

Definition

This is a Christian restorationist church founded by Joseph Smith in 1830. Members believe it to be the restoration of the original church founded by Jesus Christ and often refer to themselves as Latter-day Saints or Mormons.

Analogy

Imagine if someone found an old, broken down car model that hasn't been produced for decades. They decide to restore this car back to its original design because they believe it was perfect just as it was originally made. That's similar to how Mormons view their faith - as a restoration back to what they see as Christianity's original design.

Related terms

Joseph Smith: The founder and first president/prophet of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints; he published The Book Of Mormon in 1830.

The Book Of Mormon: A sacred text considered by Mormons to be another testament of Jesus Christ, alongside the Bible.

Brigham Young: The second president of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints who led the Mormons to Utah after Joseph Smith's death.