Jeremiah (Book of Mormon)

Jeremiah (Deseret: š–š‡š”š€š£šŒš‚), in the beliefs of the Latter Day Saint movement (Mormons), was one of the Nephite disciples (apostles) called by Jesus Christ during his visit to the ancient American continent. Jeremiah's inclusion in the Nephite Quorum of the Twelve took place early. He taught a group of Nephites, conveying to them the content of the so-called sermon at the temple. He was baptized by Nephi, confirmed, and received the gift of the Holy Ghost. He underwent transfiguration, which was to be one of the signs of the ministry to which he was called among the Nephites. He began his missionary work while Christ was still on the American continent and achieved great success. The circumstances of his death are uncertain. Along with his companions, he is the subject of discussions among Mormon theologians. His status as an apostle, the matter of his rebaptism, and his direct prayer to Christ are of particular interest. He is used by apologists of this religious tradition and also appears in publications critical of the Book of Mormon. The name Jeremiah is given to children in Latter Day Saint families, including among Māori Mormons.

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