Although this selected translation is not generally quoted by members of the Church, the English Bible issued by the Church and commonly used by Latter-day Saints contains cross references to the Joseph Smith Translation ( JST ), as well as an appendix containing major excerpts from it.

Although it never uses the term, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ( The Mormon Church ) is episcopal, rather than presbyterian or congregational, in the sense that it has a strict hierarchy of leadership from the local bishop up to a single prophet / president, believed to be personally authorized and guided by Jesus Christ.

Although a majority of Utahns are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the LDS Church has a worldwide membership with the majority of its members outside the United States.

Although the term " clergy " is not typically used in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it would most appropriately apply to ward bishops and stake presidents.

Although Salt Lake City is still home to the headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ( LDS Church ), fewer than half the population of Salt Lake City proper are members of the LDS Church today.

Although they may not be ordained patriarchs, every Latter-day Saint father who holds the Melchizedek Priesthood can pronounce blessings upon his child or spouse, as necessary.

Although the Council played a significant role during the last few months of Joseph Smith's life, particularly in his campaign for President of the United States, the Council's role was mostly symbolic throughout the 19th century within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Well known among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ( LDS Church ) for his early Mormon-themed productions, Dutcher has been called “ The Father of Mormon Cinema .” Although he left the LDS church over theological differences in 2007, his films continue to explore universal spiritual and religious ideas.

Although boosted by federal New Deal programs as well as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the economy did not fully recover until World War II.

Although participants in the massacre boasted of their acts for years, none of the Missouri attackers were ever brought to trial, and the Latter-day Saints ' efforts at receiving justice in the Missouri courts failed.

Although not a member of the Latter-day Saints, Wells was considered by opponents of the church to be a " Jack Mormon ", a term originally applied to non-members who were friendly to or defended the Latter-day Saints.

Although the Pentecostarion ends on the Sunday of All Saints, Pascha's influence continues throughout the following year, determining the daily Epistle and Gospel readings at the Divine Liturgy, the Tone of the Week, and the Matins Gospels all the way through to the next year's Lazarus Saturday.

Although this initially generated a lot of excitement among Saints fans, Ditka's tenure ended up being a failure.

Although the Vikings have dominated the overall series, the Saints have won the last three including the 2009 NFC Championship Game.

Although not as successful as Graceland, The Rhythm of the Saints was received as a competent successor and consistent complement on Simon's attempts to explore ( and popularize ) world music, and also received a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year.

Although there was also interest from Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson, Blackburn benefactor Jack Walker's millions were enough to prise the striker from the Saints, and Shearer moved north to Ewood Park in the summer of 1992.

Although Keegan's Southampton career only lasted two years, Saints fielded an attractive side also containing Alan Ball, prolific scorer of goals Ted MacDougall, ( who still holds the record for the largest number of goals in an FA Cup game – 9 – for Bournemouth against Margate in an 11 – 0 win ), MacDougall's strike partner at Bournemouth and Norwich Phil Boyer, club stalwart Mick Channon and Charlie George and in 1980 – 81 they scored 76 goals, finishing in sixth place, then their highest league finish.

Although in modern times some have attempted to introduce the concept of Soul sleep into Orthodox thought about life after death, it has never been a part of traditional Orthodox teaching — in fact, it contradicts the Orthodox understanding of the intercession of the Saints.

Although the Second World War interrupted his composition ( he was organist and choirmaster at All Saints, Margaret Street, London throughout the war ) its ending marked the beginning of Lloyd Webber's most prolific years as a composer.

Although the exact year of the foundation remains unclear, it can be reasonably assumed that the date of the abbey's consecration was the feast of All Saints in 709.

Although most churches within Lutheranism do not teach the Assumption of Mary, August 15 is a Lesser Feast in celebration of " Mary, Mother of Our Lord ", according to the Calendar of Saints.

'" Although Smith left their identity inexplicit, most Latter Day Saints infer that these personages were God the Father and Jesus.

Although he did not play, McAllister was on the Saints ' roster when they defeated the Colts in Super Bowl XLIV, and was also given a championship ring.

Although the movements shared a belief in the need to " restore " the " true church " of Jesus Christ, the early Latter Day Saints also believed that direct authority from God was essential for such a restoration to be valid.

Although the AFC teams quickly decided on a divisional alignment, the 13 NFC owners had trouble deciding which teams would play in which divisions, as most teams were attempting to avoid placement in a division with the Cowboys and / or the Vikings, and were trying to angle their way into the same division as the Saints, the weakest team in professional football at the time.

Although one eleventh-century source claims that Coenwulf's son, Cynehelm, briefly succeeded to the throne, it is more likely that Ceolwulf, Coenwulf's brother, was the next king .< ref name = Kenelm > See Alan Thacker, " Kings, Saints and Monasteries in Pre-Viking Mercia ", in Midland History, 1985, p. 8,

Although many Latter Day Saints were tried for their part in the war, no non-Mormon vigilantes were brought to trial.

Although his long-term doctrinal influence on the Latter Day Saint movement was minimal, several early members of Strang's organization helped to establish the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, which became ( and remains ) the second-largest Mormon sect.

Although non-credal and not explicitly pacifist, the Community of Christ ( formerly known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints ) is emerging as an international peace church through such ministries as the Community of Christ International Peace Award, the Daily Prayer for Peace, and resources to support conscientious objection to war.

Although it is commonly believed that assassins were under the influence of hashish during their killings or during their indoctrination, there is debate as to whether these claims have merit, with many Eastern writers and an increasing number of western academics coming to believe that drug-taking was not the key feature behind the name.

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Although Martin Luther personally believed and taught resurrection of the dead in combination with soul sleep, this is not a mainstream teaching of Lutheranism and most Lutherans traditionally believe in resurrection of the body in combination with the immortal soul.

Although collectively this choice was made freely, religious Jews believe that it created individual obligation for the descendants of the Israelites.

Although Christians generally believe their religion to be very inclusive ( since not only Jews but all gentiles can be Christian ), Jews see Christianity as highly exclusive, because some denominations view non-Christians ( such as Jews and Pagans ) as having an incomplete or imperfect relationship with God, and therefore excluded from grace, salvation, heaven, or eternal life.

Although some authorities see the Torah as commanding Jews to believe in God, Jews see belief in God as a necessary, but not sufficient, condition for a Jewish life.

Although this space was discovered recently, and contains no identifying marks, many Christians believe it to be the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea in which the Syriac Orthodox celebrate their Liturgy on Sundays.

Although Dallas has made several tweaks to their blue jerseys over the years, Schramm said he did not believe in the curse.

Although many psychologists believe that the entire brain is involved with memory, the hippocampus and surrounding structures appear to be most important in declarative memory specifically.

Although the attacks did not pose a threat to the stability of the Government of Eritrea ( the infiltrators have generally been killed or captured by government forces ), the Eritreans believe the National Islamic Front ( NIF ) in Khartoum supported, trained, and armed the insurgents.

Although he did not support the militant anarchism of the Haymarket anarchists, he fought for the clemency of the accused because he did not believe they were the perpetators.

" Although Irenaeus did speculate upon three names to symbolize this mystical number, namely Euanthas, Teitan and Lateinos, nevertheless he was content to believe that the Antichrist would arise some time in the future after the fall of Rome and then the meaning of the number would be revealed.

Although some believe that the word ' louvre ' may refer to the structure's status as the largest in late 12th century Paris ( from the French L ' Œuvre, masterpiece ) – or to its location in a forest ( from the French rouvre, oak ) – one finds in the authoritative Larousse that it derives from an association with wolf hunting den ( via Latin: lupus, lower Empire: lupara ).

Although most agree that Singapore's economic success has been due in part to its strong emphasis on developing and promoting talented leaders, there are signs that an increasing number believe that it is instead becoming an elitist society.

Although a lot of work is still needed, the researchers believe that it points to a new direction of using nanotechnology to treat infectious disease.

Although most of those directly involved in the campaign believe that the rally really came to widespread attention only after the election itself.

Although no confirmed direct observations of the Oort cloud have been made, astronomers believe that it is the source of all long-period and Halley-type comets entering the inner Solar System and many of the centaurs and Jupiter-family comets as well.

Although Orthodox Jews believe that many elements of current religious law were decreed or added as " fences " around the law by the rabbis, all Orthodox Jews believe that there is an underlying core of Sinaitic law and that this core of the religious laws Orthodox Jews know today is thus directly derived from Sinai and directly reflects the Divine will.

Although isolation is of great importance in the production of new species, on the whole I am inclined to believe that largeness of area is still more important, especially for the production of species which shall prove capable of enduring for a long period, and of spreading widely.

Although the popularity of rap rock genres is believed to be declining, some believe that rapcore may regain popularity, with younger music fans discovering bands in the genre.

Although the majority of sects within Judaism, Christianity and Islam do not believe that individuals reincarnate, particular groups within these religions do refer to reincarnation ; these groups include the mainstream historical and contemporary followers of Kabbalah, the Cathars, and the Shia sects such as the Alawi Shias and the Druze and the Rosicrucians.

Although few believe the claim, it nonetheless attracted national authorities, mainstream media, and young adults to look further into the Raëlians ' cult status.

Although the Super Bowl had grown into America's biggest one-day sporting event by this point, many believe the 13th edition began the game's evolution to unofficial national holiday.