Over-the-top renditions of Christmas themes applied to Joseph Smith!
The most obvious example was the BYU Joseph Smith Nativity scene in 2005 Joseph Smith Nativity [A Virtual 'Merry Smithmas' 'Greeting Card' circa 2005]
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"Cradle" narratives involving Joseph Smith are then charted.
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From the article:
At its heart is excessive over-devoted discipleship to Joseph Smith himself:
Perhaps Lds "apostle" Bruce R. McConkie gave us the best possible definition of a Joseph Smith disciple:
"Anyone who believes the doctrine, teachings, or philosophy of another and who follows that teacher is his disciple. He stands as a learner, a devotee of the one whose concept he accepts." (McConkie, Mormon Doctrine, p. 198, also cited by the Mormon Church in its curriculum study guide – "When Thou Art Converted, Strengthren Thy Brethren: 1974-75" published by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church in 1974, p. 134)
Hence, Mormons believe Smith's doctrine, teachings, concepts and philosophy; they are learners – devotees of Smith more properly than Jesus Christ.
At least they are fairly certain that Joseph Smith was actually born in December.
Your fear and hatred is amusing in its futility.
I find their deification of Joe Smith offensive, as a Christian. I know many others do, too.
It's a Counterfeit Christianity. That's why it draws such a passionate response.
The Bible warns us against False Prophets, does it not? Let's all be mindful of that warning.
THX 1138
Bump for 2014.