RT Book T1 Historical dictionary of Mormonism T2 Historical dictionaries of religions, philosophies, and movements JF Historical dictionaries of religions, philosophies, and movements A1 Bitton, Davis 1930-2007 LA English PP Metuchen, N.J London PB Scarecrow Press YR 1994 UL https://www.ixtheo.de/Record/128692278 AB Organized in 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is often seen as an American religion, but its continued growth has been especially striking in South America, Asia, and even Africa. Sociologist Rodney Stark predicted that, if present growth continues, Mormonism will become one of the major world religions. Neither Catholic nor Protestant, Mormons nevertheless think of themselves as Christians. On an introductory level, this book describes the historical phases, the leaders and other prominent individuals, and Mormon activities in different geographical locations. Indispensable for outsiders as well as Mormons wishing to inform themselves, specialized vocabulary, including historical, organizational, and theological terms, is listed and defined. Also included are a selected chronology and a copious bibliography of published primary and secondary works. Although other works exist, none does precisely what this one does in achieving a tone that communicates clearly to a diverse audience. NO Bibliography S. 275 - 321 CN BX8605.5 SN 0810827794 K1 Mormon Church : Dictionaries K1 Mormons : Dictionaries K1 Mormonism K1 Mormon Church K1 Mormons K1 Wörterbuch K1 Bibliografie