Lecture on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Baha'i Faith

A series of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on the LDS Church, Baha'i Faith, and Eastern religions.

Joseph Smith

Founder of the LDS Church, translated the Book of Mormon, and led the church until his death.

Brigham Young

Successor to Joseph Smith, led the LDS Church and its members to Utah.

LDS

Abbreviation for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Book of Mormon

Another testament of Jesus Christ, considered scripture by LDS members.

King James Bible

A specific translation of the Bible used by the LDS Church.

Quad

A collection of four sacred texts in the LDS faith, including the Book of Mormon.

First Presidency

The leading body of the LDS Church, headed by the president of the church.

Godhead in LDS belief

Composed of three separate beings: God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit.

Eternal families

LDS belief that families can be together forever in the highest heaven.

Polygamy

Practiced in early LDS Church but banned later; the church currently does not allow it.

Easter and Christmas

Major festivals celebrated by the LDS Church.

Baha'i Faith

A religion founded by Baha'u'llah that emphasizes the unity of all religions.

Baha'u'llah

Founder of the Baha'i Faith, regarded as the latest manifestation of God.

Progressive revelation

Baha'i belief that God reveals truth to humanity in stages through different prophets.

Universal House of Justice

The central governing body of the Baha'i Faith, elected by members.

Kami

Spiritual beings or gods worshiped in Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan.

Animism

Belief that all natural objects have life and spiritual essence, key in Shinto.

Meiji Restoration

A period that strengthened Shinto as the state religion of Japan.

Shinto

The indigenous spirituality of Japan, focusing on ritual practices to connect with kami.

Taoism

A philosophical and religious tradition from China emphasizing living in harmony with the Tao.

Wu Wei

A Taoist concept meaning 'effortless action' or 'action without conflict'.