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Can Mormons drink na beer?
Yes, low-alcohol beer is permitted by the Word of Wisdom, specifically beer is called out as acceptable (beer is, there’s no low-alcohol clause). The term “beer” isn’t used. The WoW mentions mild drinks made with grains. However, low-alcohol beer is not permitted by current Church policy.
What do Latter-Day Saints drink?
Modern-day members of the LDS are allowed to drink herbal teas and hot chocolate, and recently, church authorities lifted the ban on caffeinated drinks like soda. However, this is not to say that all Mormons abstain from coffee. Far from it. But coffee and tea are still officially off the Mormon drinks menu.
What religion does not drink alcohol?
Unlike Judaism and Christianity, Islam strictly forbids alcohol consumption. While Muslims consider the Hebrew Bible and Gospels of Jesus to be relevant scriptures, the Quran supersedes previous scriptures.
Why do LDS not drink alcohol?
Mormons do not drink alcohol. We believe it is vital that we keep our bodies free from addictions and harmful substances. Just as in Biblical times when God commanded the people to follow certain dietary restrictions, we too believe that God has revealed to our prophet His will in this regard.
Why can’t Latter-Day Saints drink coffee?
The Word of Wisdom also states that “hot drinks” are forbidden. At the time of the revelation, the most common hot beverages were tea and coffee. Because of this coffee, teas, alcohol, and tobacco were all seen as harmful for health and not conducive to a good and pure way of living.
Do Mormons drink?
Well, except for alcohol, tea, and coffee, Mormons are allowed to drink almost anything else out there. A popular Mormon coffee substitute in the past was a caffeine-free roasted-grain beverage known as Postum.
Is beer prohibited in the Bible?
The Bible does not forbid drinking alcohol, but it does warn against dangers of drinking too much, engaging in immoral behavior, and other consequences of alcohol abuse. While the Bible recognizes that drinking in moderation can be enjoyable and even safe, it contains passages that advise against heavy drinking.
Why do Latter-Day Saints not drink coffee?
There is a simple reason why Mormons don’t drink coffee: We believe the prophet Joseph Smith received revelation from God commanding the church to follow a specific diet. We believe that God blesses us with health and other spiritual blessings for following this commandment. This is not unusual when you think about it.