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Mormon Stories Podcast
Revealing The Secret Mormon Report That Shattered Racist Doctrine | Ep. 1918
Jul 15, 2024
Historian Matt Harris discusses the secret Mormon report that led to the removal of church leaders due to their ancestry, missionary work in South Africa, and complex racial issues faced by the Mormon Church. The podcast also touches on patriarchal blessings for black individuals and the struggles of ending racist doctrine within the church.
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- Exposure of racist doctrines in Mormon Church's history, particularly banning black individuals from priesthood and temple blessings.
- Challenges in determining lineage for black and biracial members, reflecting tensions between church doctrines and policies.
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Discussion on the Mormon Church's Racial History
The podcast delves into the Mormon Church's history regarding the banning of black individuals from priesthood and temple blessings, highlighting the racist ideologies of past leaders such as Brigham Young. It discusses the challenges faced by black members within the church and how decisions were made by leaders to enforce discriminatory policies.
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