Category: Word of Wisdom
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Studies Insist That Cup of “Joe” in Moderation Is Healthy
A number of medical studies, including those in the last few years, show that coffee—when consumed in moderation—can be healthy for a person in the long term. Such an idea is contrary to the teachings of Mormonism. One recent study presented at the American Society for Nutrition (ASN) reported in The New York Times has…
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Word of Wisdom-Compliant Coffee Shop Opens in Utah
I’m rather fond of coffee. And coffee shops. In fact, the idea for Mormonism Research Ministry’s former blog, Mormon Coffee (“It’s forbidden, but it’s good!”), was born in a coffee shop over a decaf latte. So I was pretty interested in an article that came out recently about a new coffee shop in Provo, Utah;…
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Citations Concerning the Word of Wisdom
The following citations are documented in Bill McKeever’s book In Their Own Words concerning the Word of Wisdom. Prophets/Presidents Joseph Smith: “No official member in this Church is worthy to hold an office after having the Word of Wisdom properly taught him; and he, the official member, neglecting to comply with and obey it” (Teachings of the…
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Crash Course Mormonism: Word of Wisdom
The Word of Wisdom is a special commandment found in Doctrine and Covenants 89 that leaders in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints claim was given by God. It teaches, among other things, that no “hot” drinks should be consumed and that alcohol and tobacco should be avoided. As far as alcoholic drinks,…
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The Doubling Down of the LDS Church: The Word of Wisdom Ain’t Going Away, At Least for Now
(Revised 8/27/2019) Prior to the April 2019 General Conference, there were some who were predicting a possible change in Mormonism to allow coffee and tea, both of which are banned in the Word of Wisdom. Imagine the rejoicing of retail establishments such as Starbucks and Beans and Brews throughout Utah, Idaho, Arizona and Wyoming if…
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Why Are Mormons Not Allowed To Drink Coffee?
Mormons are not allowed to drink coffee because of the Word of Wisdom, which is a health law found in the unique LDS scripture Doctrine & Covenants 89 whereby God supposedly commanded His people to abstain from hot drinks (interpreted as coffee and tea) as well as tobacco, excessive amounts of meat, and alcoholic beverages.…
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Mormonism 201 (The Word of Wisdom): Response to Lance Starr
To visit the list of rejoinders, go here. Response to Lance Starr Reviewed by Eric Johnson If the reader so far has come to expect that Mormonism 201 is marked with numerous logical fallacies, including unwarranted ad hominem attacks and circular reasoning, then he or she will not be disappointed in chapter 14 that was written by Lance…
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So Now It Isn’t the Caffeine?
So now it isn’t the caffeine? By Bill McKeever The following was originally printed in the Nov-Dec 2012 edition of Mormonism Researched. To request a free subscription, please visit here.
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Word of Wisdom (Defined)
Word of Wisdom: A Mormon health law found in Doctrine & Covenants 89 commanding Mormons to abstain from hot drinks (interpreted as coffee and tea), tobacco, excessive amounts of meat, and alcoholic beverages. Obedience to this health law is one of the requirements to receive a temple recommend. Those who keep these sayings are promised…
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Mormonism’s Caffeine Debacle and Why It Matters
Jesus used disputes over kosher law to point people to the true nature of the kingdom of God. This is a similar opportunity. Do you really want to be like Jesus? Jesus was pushy and provocative about this sort of thing. First, I’m going to talk about the “successful failure” of the Mosaic Law, and…
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What’s the Deal With Caffeine?
Question “I have noticed over the past few years that their abstinence from drinks containing caffeine has changed significantly. They never used to drink any beverage containing caffeine; so they drank only 7-Up, Root Beer, & Postum. Now, my sister’s family, anyway, has started drinking Coke
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Coffee: “A Lot of Up Side”
Another study has surfaced singing the praises of coffee. Not Mormon Coffee, of course (though surely happy results of such a study will come to light sometime in the future), but scientists have found there is a definite health benefit available to those who drink caffeine-laden coffee in moderation. An article in the Deseret News…
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Utah’s Rich Beer-Making History
The Salt Lake Tribune published a lighthearted article yesterday: “Beehive State Brew”. In it, journalist Kathy Stephenson takes a look at the history of beer in Utah. She writes, [Tourists to Utah] likely have heard plenty of tales of Utah’s teetotaling ways. But few visitors — not to mention some longtime residents — may not…
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A Cuppa Mormon Tea
I have always had trouble understanding the Word of Wisdom. As it reads in the 89th section of Doctrine and Covenants, observance of the following things are required by God: It seems clear enough, but apparently it does not actually mean what it says. Mormons who affirm that they obey the Word of Wisdom do…