Review of Perspectives on Latter-day Saint Names and Naming:

Title

Review of Perspectives on Latter-day Saint Names and Naming: Names, Identity, and Belief, edited by Dallin D. Oaks, Paul Baltes, and Kent Minson

Publication Type

Journal Article

Year of Publication

2023

Authors

Christensen, Matthew B. (Primary)

Pagination

183–184

Volume

62 Issue

1 URL

https://byustudies.byu.edu/article/perspectives-on-latter-day-saint-names-and-naming/

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Abstract

A review of Perspectives on Latter-day Saint Names and Naming: Names, Identity, and Belief, edited by Dallin D. Oaks, Paul Baltes, and Kent Minson. The reviewer notes that "[r]eaders will find how names carry a sacred and transformative power, both in personal spiritual experiences and in important religious rituals, such as baptism and temple ordinances."

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