LDS missionaries are instructed to not go swimming. Commonly, this idea is misunderstood to be for the entire Mormon population, which is untrue. That interpretation is "Mormonlore" which, I …

May 2, 2010 · Why can’t Mormons swim on Sunday? Swimming is something we do mainly for recreation, like sailing, golfing, four-wheeling, and going to the movies. The Lord has asked us …

Jun 23, 2016 · Summer is here and it is time to hit the beach! However, finding a modest bathing suit can be quite a task. Here are ten great options to help get you started. This tankini set …

Jul 21, 2017 · Nevertheless, Mormon women are encouraged to buy swimsuits that uphold the church's general standard of modesty. While this does not mean their suits have to cover as …

Mar 21, 2017 · But given the way the revelation was received and how early missionaries traveled frequently by water, it's easy to see how the saying became a justification for why missionaries …

Mormon missionaries are not allowed to swim during their mission. This is mainly due to safety concerns and worries about being among women in bathing suits. The day off for missionaries …

How can I choose a modest swimming suit? The Church encourages modesty in dress for all occasions, including swimming. The dilemma comes when people want pictures or …

Apr 26, 2023 · The Mormon Church has a general policy prohibiting full-time missionaries from swimming. This is in part a safety precaution to prevent drowning or other water related …

Apr 5, 2016 · Most Mormons raised in the Church have a vague understanding that Satan controls the water. This is occasionally seen as a folk-doctrine explanation for why …

The connection between missionary policy and the reference to the "destroyer" riding the face of the waters in D&C 61 is a persistent Mormon urban legend. One must consider that LDS …