Author Archives: Mithryn

Poisoned wine: Intellectually considering the possibility

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

In regards to Water vs. Wine for the sacrament (D&C 27:1-2) what do you think the likelihood is that someone actually poisoned wine? I’ve tried to picture this whenever it is brought up in Sunday School. Imagine that you own … Continue reading →

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Joseph Smith, Orson and Sarah Pratt- A timeline

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

26 April, 1831 – Orson Pratt Ordained an Elder by Joseph Smith, Jr.’s own hand[1] April 1831 – Mission to Colesville, New York. Several other missions to New York, Ohio, Missouri, and the Eastern States[2] 2 February, 1832 – Ordained a High Priest by Sidney Rigdon … Continue reading →

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Jesus Christ, Superhero

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

Today we’re going to follow up on an adult institute class. Remember, this isn’t for primary kids, this is for accountants, janitors, and CEOs to all meet together after hours and study scriptures. This one is taught by this guy, who will … Continue reading →

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A key that will never rust – appears a bit rusty upon closer inspection

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

One of the ways church members are encouraged to know and avoid apostasy is by following the majority of the twelve apostles. This is stated over and over in church periodicals via a quote by Joseph Smith: “I will give … Continue reading →

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Willingly because we hafta – A new look at Old Nauvoo

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

Thoughts at Nauvoo: There is a play that the senior missionaries put on named “Rendevouz.” In that play, there is a song named, “Willingly, because we hafta,” in which the men hold prop rifles and sing about how they won’t fight, … Continue reading →

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The old 6 standard missionary discussions

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

Missionary Discussion Action Guide

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History of Mormons and Masturbation

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

Paper about masturbation in mormonism[1] Below are select highlights from the above article with my own commentary. 1920s – 1930s manuals did not forbid masturbation, just over masturbation. From the article: Official church manuals endorsed secular books about sexuality and … Continue reading →

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Mahanna’s Economics: She was worth 12-13k.

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

According to this report, dairy cattle come in at about $1,600 USD per head. An 8 cow wife would be $12,800. Granted, this was cash up front, but that’s still a reasonable cost. My wife’s wedding ring certainly puts her into the … Continue reading →

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Why did Joseph and Brigham talk about Quakers on the moon?

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

It turns out there was a report in a newspaper that ran before any LDS quotes.  They were weighing in on this issue of the day… and taken in by the hoax: The Great Moon Hoax Brigham Young’s discourse on … Continue reading →

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LDS Church in New Zealand spends ≈ 50% of tithing on salaries

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mithryn

Link to tax returns here[1]. Comparing the overall donations to salaries, I get the following: 2009 – 111.74% (Church run school being funded, school is shut down) 2010 – 52.81% 2011 – 50.71% 2012 – 41.06% The slowly declining ratio … Continue reading →

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