Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
The Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (abbreviated to FLDS and not to be confused with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is a religious sect of the fundamentalist Mormon denominations whose members practice polygamy. It is variously defined as a cult, a sect, or a new religious movement.
| Fundamentalist Church of Jesus of Latter-Day Saints | |
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The FLDS compound in Texas | |
| Classification | Nondenominational |
| Orientation | Mormon fundamentalist |
| Scripture | Undocumented |
| Theology | Continuing revelation |
| Structure | One Man Rule |
| Associations | United Effort Plan |
| Region | North America |
| Founder | Joseph Smith |
| Separations | Centennial Park group, Church of Jesus Christ Inc. |
| Other name(s) | The Fundamentalists, First Ward, FLDS Church |
| Official website | www |
| Mormonism and polygamy |
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| Latter Day Saints portal |
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