Shakers and Latter-day Saints: A Revelation on Marriage

This chapter examines the history and beliefs of the Shakers, focusing on founder Ann Lee and her transformative visions that shaped their faith. It explores the relationship between the Shakers and early Mormon communities, particularly addressing contrasting views on marriage and celibacy, as well as the significant revelation from Joseph Smith on these topics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of the marriage covenant within Latter-day Saint doctrine and provides insights into the evolving understanding of monogamy and dietary choices in the context of early church teachings.