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Angels and spirits in Mormon doctrine

California folklore quarterly • 4 • Published In 1945 • Pages: 343-350

By: Cannon, M. Hamlin.

Abstract
This source—intended as a historical summary of Mormon beliefs about angels and spirits—discusses the difference between the two, and recounts some episodes of spirit possession and speaking in tongues. The author concludes that as the Church grew in strength, the belief in evil spirits waned.
Subjects
Cult of the dead
Eschatology
Spirits and gods
Revelation and divination
Ritual
culture
Mormons
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Types
Writer
Indigenous Person
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Marlene Martin ; 1978
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
1820-1894
Coverage Place
New York, Ohio and Utah, United States
Notes
M. Hamlin Cannon
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
44049420
LCSH
Mormons