What is a ''Mormon''?

Answer 1

A Mormon is a person who belongs to the church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints; who believes in Christ, the bible, the Holy Ghost, and the Book of Mormon.

The word 'Mormon' is an adopted name often made by non-church members due to the church believing in the second book, 'The book of Mormon' and a character in that book known as Mormon.

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Answer2: In autumn 1823 17 year old Joseph Smith told his family that an angel named Moroni had shown him a set of golden plates. Four years later he claimed he was given the plates and the exclusive divine power to translate them. Smith who could not read but write well dictated the translation of plates to several scribes. The Mormons believe that their religion is the restorstiom of the true church with its priesthood and ordinances. It's official name The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. In the Mormon Church no division exists between clergy and laity. Rather, beginning at the age of 12 every male member may become involved with the church achieving oriesthood by the age of 16. A council of 12 apostles in Salt Lake City has worldwide jurisdiction. Om a congregational level, elders, bishops and stake district presidents oversee the well organized affairs of the church